Seeking a few suggestions for additions to my protein shake.

bellabonbons
bellabonbons Posts: 705 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I have an organic plant-based protein shake for breakfast every morning. 25 g of protein that works comfortably with my busy lifestyle. It is simple, fast and healthy plus delicious. It was created by a physician who had cancer who became disillusioned with protein shakes that were loaded with artificial ingredients. On some mornings I feel like I need a little bit more substance. I typically add a tablespoon or two of organic peanut butter, or a fourth of an avocado. Also I sometimes add a couple tablespoons of organic plain yogurt. Curious if any of you can suggest a few other additions that are healthy. Thanks !

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  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    The skies the limit when it comes to smoothie additions. Add what ever you like the taste of.

    I'm having one for dessert tonight, instead of typing it all here, check out my diary.
  • MelaniaTrump
    MelaniaTrump Posts: 2,694 Member
    edited June 2016
    I add a tsp of flaxmeal to mine for a bit of omega 3 and a touch of fiber
  • bellabonbons
    bellabonbons Posts: 705 Member
    JanetYellen wrote: »
    I add a tsp of flaxmeal to mine for a bit of omega 3

    Thanks.

  • lulalacroix
    lulalacroix Posts: 1,082 Member
    Can you taste the avocado or does it just give the shake a more creamy texture?
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    lulalacroix wrote: »
    Can you taste the avocado or does it just give the shake a more creamy texture?

    No and yes :smiley:
  • DBrooks1979
    DBrooks1979 Posts: 350 Member
    Banana would be a good addition, Almond milk could be added as well...
  • Kib13
    Kib13 Posts: 38 Member
    Orgain?

    I like to add almond butter! I'm currently using Maranatha's Coconut Almond Butter. Yum!

    My new fave is

    50 g frozen blueberries
    1 scoop Orgain Vanilla protein powder
    180 g unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    80 g plain Greek yogurt
    16 g coconut almond butter
    and about 4 g Ceylon cinnamon.

    *most ingredients are organic.

    Tastes like blueberry muffin batter!
  • bellabonbons
    bellabonbons Posts: 705 Member
    Kib13 wrote: »
    Orgain?

    I like to add almond butter! I'm currently using Maranatha's Coconut Almond Butter. Yum!

    My new fave is

    50 g frozen blueberries
    1 scoop Orgain Vanilla protein powder
    180 g unsweetened vanilla almond milk
    80 g plain Greek yogurt
    16 g coconut almond butter
    and about 4 g Ceylon cinnamon.

    *most ingredients are organic.

    Tastes like blueberry muffin batter!

    Sounds delicious and healthy. Thank you.
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Chia seeds add some fat and fiber.
  • jmaidan
    jmaidan Posts: 93 Member
    Nuts. Nice healthy fats and a bit of texture. Careful though as they are calorific.

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