Protein shake recipes anybody?

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hopfroggyfrog
hopfroggyfrog Posts: 21
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I keep seeing people post about "just have a protein shake" and whatnot... What exactly is this "protein shake" that everybody is talking about? I like to make smoothies, but I've never made a protein shake... ?

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  • Beebee78
    Beebee78 Posts: 703
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    You can buy whey protein isolate from most health food stores, gyms and fitness shops. If you get pure then you can blend it up with things like berries and seeds or you can buy ready flavoured and then make it up with water xxx
  • megsta21
    megsta21 Posts: 506 Member
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    I buy Iso Whey Protein Shake - Strawberries & Cream flavour...

    100-150 grams strawberries (4-6)
    1/2 cup Blackberries (frozen)
    200ml Skim milk
    100g Lite Vanilla Yogurt
    1.5 scoops Iso Whey Protein Shake - Strawberries & Cream

    Blend well in blender. =) YUM!!!!
  • lee112780
    lee112780 Posts: 419 Member
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    I was JUST talking about this! You can buy the powder online or GNC. Heres a link to a bunch of high protein recipes.

    http://www.projectswole.com/diet/70-protein-shake-recipes/

    Some are high in calories, so you can alter them. I make this shake at home after my workout and love it:

    1/2 scoop chocolate protein powder
    1/2 banana
    1/2 C skim milk
    1 tbs peanut Butter
    ice

    mix in blender. Tastes like a real chocolate shake!!
  • hopfroggyfrog
    hopfroggyfrog Posts: 21
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    I was JUST talking about this! You can buy the powder online or GNC. Heres a link to a bunch of high protein recipes.

    http://www.projectswole.com/diet/70-protein-shake-recipes/

    Some are high in calories, so you can alter them. I make this shake at home after my workout and love it:

    1/2 scoop chocolate protein powder
    1/2 banana
    1/2 C skim milk
    1 tbs peanut Butter
    ice

    mix in blender. Tastes like a real chocolate shake!!
    That sounds pretty delicious.
  • lilRicki
    lilRicki Posts: 4,555 Member
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    http://www.projectswole.com/diet/70-protein-shake-recipes/


    There's 94 recipes on that site...I'm pretty boring and just use 250m water, 1/4 cup fresh strawberries and 1 scoop of whey protein
  • Shirley61
    Shirley61 Posts: 7,758 Member
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    As you see there are many varieties.:wink:

    I use a protein whey powder
    1/2 of a banana
    1/4 c. strawberries or any fruit
    1 cup Vanilla Soy milk
    Since I am type 2 diabetic I add
    ground flaxseed 1 tbsp.
    Cinnamon 1 tsp.

    Enjoy and it is yummy!!!:bigsmile:
  • abeare
    abeare Posts: 510 Member
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    Bump! You read my mind, i've always been curious what recipes people are using, thanks!
  • ganesha303
    ganesha303 Posts: 257 Member
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    I've been perfecting my protein shake for sometime. Your mileage may vary based on goals. I use this one right after a workout with weights when my body is most receptive to absorbing protein. Must be consumed within 30-60 minutes after workout for best results. I have a tall frame and thus much higher calorie requirements than most, so you might tone down ingredients to complement your plan.

    1 banana
    1-1.5 scoops whey protein powder (prefer chocolate)
    Add some regular milk and/or chocolate soy milk
    A dollup of organic peanut butter
    5-7 ice cubes (Ice makes the shakes a little thicker. I do not like them watery)
    1/2 tablespoon of organic wheat germ
    1/2 tablespoon of Brewers Yeast Plus
    1/4 teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder (vitamin C - healthy and brings out the flavor)
    A dash of lecithin granules (very healthy and acts as thickener)
    Dash of honey or agave nectar


    Optional (I may add any of these given ingredients to change things up)

    Other fruit, especially berries
    Yogurt
    A few raw almonds
    Soft tofu
    Greens Plus powder
  • lee112780
    lee112780 Posts: 419 Member
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    I've been perfecting my protein shake for sometime. Your mileage may vary based on goals. I use this one right after a workout with weights when my body is most receptive to absorbing protein. Must be consumed within 30-60 minutes after workout for best results. I have a tall frame and thus much higher calorie requirements than most, so you might tone down ingredients to complement your plan.

    1 banana
    1-1.5 scoops whey protein powder (prefer chocolate)
    Add some regular milk and/or chocolate soy milk
    A dollup of organic peanut butter
    5-7 ice cubes (Ice makes the shakes a little thicker. I do not like them watery)
    1/2 tablespoon of organic wheat germ
    1/2 tablespoon of Brewers Yeast Plus
    1/4 teaspoon of Ascorbic Acid powder (vitamin C - healthy and brings out the flavor)
    A dash of lecithin granules (very healthy and acts as thickener)
    Dash of honey or agave nectar


    Optional (I may add any of these given ingredients to change things up)

    Other fruit, especially berries
    Yogurt
    A few raw almonds
    Soft tofu
    Greens Plus powder


    Just wondering, whats the yeast for?
  • ganesha303
    ganesha303 Posts: 257 Member
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    Just wondering, whats the yeast for?

    Brewer's yeast has many great health benefits including highly bioavailable minerals like chromium and selenium, vitamins, anti-oxidant compounds. It also helps maintain proper blood sugar levels. Here are some details:

    http://www.ihealthdirectory.com/brewers-yeast-benefits/

    and here is the exact kind I use:
    http://www.vitacost.com/Twinlab-SuperRich-Yeast-Plus/?csrc=GPF-027434011099&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=027434011099
  • 4leggedmom
    4leggedmom Posts: 43 Member
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    Mine is pretty boring.

    1 C skim milk
    1 scoop whey protein isolate natural vanilla
    1/2 frozen banana and/or 2 frozen whole strawberries
    1 tsp ground flax

    I find using frozen fruit makes it easier to gag down. :-)
  • chrisdavey
    chrisdavey Posts: 9,834 Member
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    Thought I would bump this with possibly my best shake yet :P

    APPLE PIE PROTEIN SHAKE

    2 cups skim milk
    1 scoop natural protein powder
    250g canned sliced apple
    2 Arnotts Nice biscuits
    1 tsp cinnamon
  • SpiritCymbal
    SpiritCymbal Posts: 11
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    I've got one that is pretty much my go-to when I do it. I'll make a couple of substitutions when I feel like changing it up, but for the most part this is what I do when I take it....

    1 cup of water
    1 serving of protein powder
    1 banana (sub raspberrys, strawberrys, blueberrys, etc...)
    1 packet of instant oatmeal (sub organic or unsweetened peanut butter)
    2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed meal
    As much ice as I want. (depends on how thick i want the shake)

    Good luck!
  • flynabster
    flynabster Posts: 87
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    1 scoop protein powder
    1 cup skim milk
    1 cup frozen berries (any kind)

    Simple and delicious....Sometimes I add nonfat greek yogurt....
  • carrietobias
    carrietobias Posts: 11
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    I do an egg beaters shake. 6oz of egg beaters, 5-6 strawberries, 1 low carb 80 calorie strawberry and banana yogurt with some ice in a blender. Supper yummy and delicious and cheap
  • meagalayne
    meagalayne Posts: 3,382 Member
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    I use:

    4-6 frozen strawberries
    1 cup almond milk
    1 scoop Chocolate IsoWhey protein
    1 cup baby spinach
    1 Tbsp PB or PB2 powder

    Sometimes I add a little extra water to help the spinach blend in. Really can't taste it at all and makes a huge shake :) You can basically add whatever you like. Fruits, yogurt, milk, water, ice, protein -- it's up to you what flavour profile, calorie count and nutrition you want in your shake, really. Just need a blender and some creativity :)
  • heathersmilez
    heathersmilez Posts: 2,579 Member
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    Some tips; it tastes gross in water, don't believe the other posters, lol! It tastes better blended then just shaken and if you add frozen fruit it makes it frothier so its more like a milk shake.

    I use Body Fortress, it’s from Walmart.

    1 scoop chocolate Body Fortress Whey Protein Powder ($19 cdn)
    1/2 banana frozen
    1 cup skim milk.
  • wardiemelissa
    wardiemelissa Posts: 365 Member
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    bump for later...thanks for the yummy ideas!!!! Buying some protein powder tonight!!!
  • tigertchr23
    tigertchr23 Posts: 418 Member
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    I just made a yummy PB & J protein shake . . .

    PBJ Protein Shake
    ½ blender container of ice
    ½ cup Chobani Plain Nonfat Yogurt
    1 squirt Chocolate Stevia
    1 squirt Trader Joes Bourbon Vanilla
    10 raw strawberries
    2 scoops Isopure Zero Carb Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Powder
    2 tblspn Peanut Butter
    12oz. water

    523 calories/22g carbs/17g fat/71g protein/4g fiber/994g potassium

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