Gosh darn protein! Tips?!

brittanyjeanxo
brittanyjeanxo Posts: 1,831 Member
edited October 1 in Food and Nutrition
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.
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  • Chunkabutt83
    Chunkabutt83 Posts: 461
    nuts are good for this, they have fat, but its good fat, almonds are the best!
  • Qarol
    Qarol Posts: 6,171 Member
    lean meats
  • Rae6503
    Rae6503 Posts: 6,294 Member
    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
    Sgriffin2382 Posts: 360 Member
    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
    crux Posts: 454 Member
    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
    crux Posts: 454 Member
    double post :(
  • ArroganceInStep
    ArroganceInStep Posts: 6,239 Member
    tuna works wonders
  • H_Factor
    H_Factor Posts: 1,722 Member
    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
    brittanyjeanxo Posts: 1,831 Member
    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
    strongissexy1 Posts: 56
    beef jerkey, lean meets, greek yogurt
  • strongissexy1
    strongissexy1 Posts: 56
    beef jerkey! and greek yogurt
  • kneeki
    kneeki Posts: 347 Member
    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
    H_Factor Posts: 1,722 Member
    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
    AlsDonkBoxSquat Posts: 6,128 Member
    I'm confused, so are you running over or under your total calorie goal?
  • msciaobella
    msciaobella Posts: 40 Member
    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
    sarah44254 Posts: 3,078 Member
    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
    sarah44254 Posts: 3,078 Member
    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
    Stagezz Posts: 124 Member
    Cottage Cheese!
  • brittanyjeanxo
    brittanyjeanxo Posts: 1,831 Member
    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
    brittanyjeanxo Posts: 1,831 Member
    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
    Stagezz Posts: 124 Member
    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
    kanonxbou47 Posts: 265 Member
    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
    hikeout470 Posts: 628 Member
    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
    mheightchew Posts: 334
    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
    ashesoh1234 Posts: 132 Member
    Try greek yogurt. A single serving container of Chobani non fat plain greek yogurt is 100 cal and 18 g protein. Huzzah!
  • TheBraveryLover
    TheBraveryLover Posts: 1,217 Member
    Pork skins, eggs, cheese, turkey bacon.
  • silkysly
    silkysly Posts: 701 Member
    Pure Protein (brand name) bars are good. I love the smore flavor!
  • dmpizza
    dmpizza Posts: 3,321 Member
    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
    cathy4590 Posts: 10
    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
    sweebum Posts: 1,060 Member
    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?
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