Gosh darn protein! Tips?!

brittanyjeanxo

I'm trying to eat things high in protein like peanut butter and chicken, but I'm still under my goal -.- where can I get a good amount of protein without a whole lot of calories? Are there any snack bars or something high in protein? I don't really have time for protein shakes, nor do I like them. Any tips would be helpful.

Chunkabutt83

nuts are good for this, they have fat, but its good fat, almonds are the best!

Qarol

lean meats

Rae6503

eggs (hard boiled eggs are an easy snack), cheese, nuts, shrimp, fish, yogurt, cottage cheese (I think, I don't like it so I'm not sure).

I know you said you don't like them but I'm going to go get a blender bottle for protein shakes on the go.

Sgriffin2382

Cod is great. It is a very mild fish, and super easy to cook. Walmart sells 4oz frozen filets that I live by for dinner. 14g of protein for one filet! And they are only $4 for a bag of 4. They also have other varieties of fish. Turkey sausage is also good, as well as eggs.

crux

I find it almost impossible to hit 30% protein without supplementation or total obsession with everything I eat and a very plain boring diet.

Here's a home made protein bar that actually tastes good for those that don't like shakes. Be careful if you start to eat these that you work them into your calorie goals! They can be made to be a higher % of protein/lower calorie but then I find them no longer a pleasure to eat!

Ingredients (Makes 16 servings)
150 grams Oats, Regular, Unenriched, Dry
50 grams Cocoa, Dry Powder, Unsweetened
200grams protein powder (choc)
200 grams Crunchy Peanut Butter
250 grams Apple Sauce
100 grams Golden Syrup

1. Pre heat oven to 180 or 160 for fan ovens.
2. oil or line a baking tray that is suitable for brownies or flapjacks.
3. Mix all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, set aside.
4. Empty the peanut butter, Apple sauce and syrup into a non stick sauce pan. heat gently until the mix becomes more pliable, loosen with 1-2 tbl spoons of water if needed.
5. Add the liquid mix into the dry ingredients.
6. Mix well, mixture will be stiff and quite dry but sticky. You should have one solid lump by the end. Use a little more water if you need but as little as possible.
7. place the mixture into the baking tray and flatten out with your hands, pressing the mixture into the corners to achieve a uniform level.
8. Bake in the oven for 18 mins.
9. allow to cool, turn out of tray and cut into 16 pieces.
10. keep in a air tight tin for up to 1 week, no need for refrigeration, they get better/moister as they get a few days old!

with my Protein powder, peanut butter and apple sauce, these come out as:

212 cals
8.1gm fat (0.4gm saturates)
20.8gm Carbs (5.1gm sugars)
2.9gm fiber
14.7gm Protein

crux

double post

ArroganceInStep

tuna works wonders

H_Factor

fish, chicken, turkey, eggs, extra lean beef, nuts, nut butters

and how do you not have time for protein shakes? at their most basic, you put one scoop in a glass of water, stir, and then drink.

brittanyjeanxo

and how do you not have time for protein shakes?

I was thinking about the ones that you actually put in a blender with ice, yadda yadda. I usually don't have time to do that

strongissexy1

beef jerkey, lean meets, greek yogurt

strongissexy1

beef jerkey! and greek yogurt

kneeki

and how do you not have time for protein shakes?

I was thinking about the ones that you actually put in a blender with ice, yadda yadda. I usually don't have time to do that

That's a hell of a schedule if you don't have time to blend.

Instead of trying to find the time, try making the time?

H_Factor

and how do you not have time for protein shakes?

I was thinking about the ones that you actually put in a blender with ice, yadda yadda. I usually don't have time to do that

most protein shakes permit variations...such as adding ice, yogurt (or ice cream), fruit...and all of that would require a blender. but, if you're simply looking for a quick dose of protein, you simply have to mix a spoonful with water and drink

AlsDonkBoxSquat

I'm confused, so are you running over or under your total calorie goal?

msciaobella

Check out my diary for today. It is super low in calories because I'm not gone eating but at 950 cals there is already 87 grams of protein and im full! I eat egg white omelets, cottage cheese, tuna wraps, and whey protein (trust be, shakes can be the most delicious and quickest meal!)

sarah44254

and how do you not have time for protein shakes?

I was thinking about the ones that you actually put in a blender with ice, yadda yadda. I usually don't have time to do that

It takes a lot of time and effort and careful cleaning to get my massive and ancient blender ready and properly cleaned after making a shake in that way. Instead, I make my protein drinks with a Blender Bottle. Very easy. Pour in ingredients, screw on lid, leave house. I shake it while in the car and it is ready to drink within a minute or two.

http://www.blenderbottle.com/

sarah44254

Plan your day ahead of time. That is the best way I have found to match all my nutrients to my calories.

Sticking to that plan is something I am still working on, but the actual planning part is important and extremely helpful!

Stagezz

Cottage Cheese!

brittanyjeanxo

Check out my diary for today. It is super low in calories because I'm not gone eating but at 950 cals there is already 87 grams of protein and im full! I eat egg white omelets, cottage cheese, tuna wraps, and whey protein (trust be, shakes can be the most delicious and quickest meal!)

Wow, you eat really well, I can see why you're in such good shape! I hate hate hate eggs, but I can choke the whites down so I guess I'll have to, boo lol

brittanyjeanxo

Cottage Cheese!

Really?! This is good news. I love cottage cheese, I just sprinkle a little pepper on top and it's even better

Stagezz

Cottage Cheese!

Really?! This is good news. I love cottage cheese, I just sprinkle a little pepper on top and it's even better

Yup I eat it everyday for Breakfast! Cuz I hate eggs too!

kanonxbou47

Greek Yogurt. Delicious and high in protein.

I use Aria protein powder. It's only 80 calories, you mix it with milk or water or something. It doesn't take a long time, and it tastes better than most protein powders.

hikeout470

EAS makes a nice tasting protien powder for the calories. To add flavor, I use truvia brand stevia sweetener. Cocoa powder, organic peanut butter (if u need calories) and berries. Different combinations.

mheightchew

I just tried the double chocolate Wheaties Fuel Protein bar for breakfast today. YUMMY! I think it has 15g of protein. I really like mixing a scoop of Jillian Michaels Vanilla Cream Whey Protein Powder with coconut milk and coffee. Perfect for an after workout morning jump!

ashesoh1234

Try greek yogurt. A single serving container of Chobani non fat plain greek yogurt is 100 cal and 18 g protein. Huzzah!

TheBraveryLover

Pork skins, eggs, cheese, turkey bacon.

silkysly

Pure Protein (brand name) bars are good. I love the smore flavor!

dmpizza

Good natural sources;
-Boars Head Smoked Turkey
-Greek Yogurt

Good artificial source;
-Whey Protein(very satisfying mixed with diet soda and a splash of lemon or lime juice).

cathy4590

Have you tried Akins bars and food? I find it easy and quick to grab one on the run if you are too short on time>>>>Akins has alot of good things to choose from too....

sweebum

I find it almost impossible to hit 30% protein without supplementation or total obsession with everything I eat and a very plain boring diet.

Here's a home made protein bar that actually tastes good for those that don't like shakes. Be careful if you start to eat these that you work them into your calorie goals! They can be made to be a higher % of protein/lower calorie but then I find them no longer a pleasure to eat!

Ingredients (Makes 16 servings)
150 grams Oats, Regular, Unenriched, Dry
50 grams Cocoa, Dry Powder, Unsweetened
200grams protein powder (choc)
200 grams Crunchy Peanut Butter
250 grams Apple Sauce
100 grams Golden Syrup

1. Pre heat oven to 180 or 160 for fan ovens.
2. oil or line a baking tray that is suitable for brownies or flapjacks.
3. Mix all dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, set aside.
4. Empty the peanut butter, Apple sauce and syrup into a non stick sauce pan. heat gently until the mix becomes more pliable, loosen with 1-2 tbl spoons of water if needed.
5. Add the liquid mix into the dry ingredients.
6. Mix well, mixture will be stiff and quite dry but sticky. You should have one solid lump by the end. Use a little more water if you need but as little as possible.
7. place the mixture into the baking tray and flatten out with your hands, pressing the mixture into the corners to achieve a uniform level.
8. Bake in the oven for 18 mins.
9. allow to cool, turn out of tray and cut into 16 pieces.
10. keep in a air tight tin for up to 1 week, no need for refrigeration, they get better/moister as they get a few days old!

with my Protein powder, peanut butter and apple sauce, these come out as:

212 cals
8.1gm fat (0.4gm saturates)
20.8gm Carbs (5.1gm sugars)
2.9gm fiber
14.7gm Protein

This sounds great! What is golden syrup, is it corn syrup?