WHats your favorite "easy" amd portable protein?

Options
245

Replies

  • bens_momma
    bens_momma Posts: 47
    Options
    Apples and peanutbutter!
  • nikkih1013
    nikkih1013 Posts: 15
    Options
    Here is a breakdown of a variety of products that give you your daily necessary protein.. I personally use Herbalife and have this information from them, so of course, I have included their information as well. Hope this helps!~

    DAIRY PRODUCTS
    • Egg whites: 7 whites = 25 grams
    • Cottage cheese (nonfat): 1 cup = 28 grams
    • Mozzarella cheese (nonfat): one 1-ounce stick = 8 grams
    • Yogurt (nonfat, sugar-free): one 6-ounce carton = 5 grams
    • Yogurt (nonfat, plain): 1 cup = 14 grams
    • Milk (nonfat): 1 cup = 10 grams

    MEATS
    • Beef (lean): 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Chicken breast: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Turkey breast: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Turkey ham: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 18 grams
    • Pork tenderloin: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 24 grams

    FISH
    • Ocean-caught fish: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 to 31 grams
    • Shrimp, crab, lobster: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 22 to 24 grams
    • Tuna: 4 ounces (water packed) = 27 grams
    • Scallops: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams

    BEANS, LENTILS AND GRAINS
    • Beans (black, pinto, etc.): ½ cup (cooked) = 7 grams
    • Lentils: ½ cup (cooked) = 9 grams
    • Quinoa: ½ cup (cooked) = 6 grams
    • Tofu: ¼ block = 7 grams

    • Veggie burger: one burger = 5 to 20 grams (varies by brand)

    Note: Some ready-to-eat cereals are also good protein sources. Check labels–some have more than
    10 grams of protein per serving.

    HERBALIFE® FOODS
    • Formula 1 shake (with 8 fl. oz. nonfat milk): one serving = 18 grams
    • Soup Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. of water): one serving = 16 grams
    • Protein Drink Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. water): one serving = 15 grams
    • Beverage Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. water): one serving = 15 grams
    • Roasted Soy Nuts with Cardia®* Salt: one packet (1 ounce) = 11 grams
    • Protein Bar: one bar (1.23 ounces) = 12 grams
    • Protein Bar Deluxe: one bar (1.41 ounces) = 10 grams
  • sharonhauptman
    sharonhauptman Posts: 60 Member
    Options
    I am glad you asked. I cook 4 cups of dried red beans. Then I blend it with oregano and chili powder and freeze it in 1/2 cup portions in sandwich bags. Then I put wasa crackers and the beans in a platic container and off I go. This keeps your digestive system going also, and does not spill.
  • LeanMeanFitnessMachine
    LeanMeanFitnessMachine Posts: 659
    Options
    Nuts (I like almonds), protien shake, & Greek yogurt!
  • Dustinryan24
    Dustinryan24 Posts: 233 Member
    Options
    starkis tuna packet.. they have several different flavors, and each packet usually has around 30g protein or more.. very easy
  • Drivenbysuccess
    Drivenbysuccess Posts: 14 Member
    Options
    Which brand of greek yogurt do you buy?
  • ratherbeskiing
    ratherbeskiing Posts: 847 Member
    Options
    Trader Joe's beef jerkey. I keep it in my desk for my 4 pm pre-gym protein snack. Lowest sodium beef jerkey that I've found, so far (and it tastes good).

    good to know! I love beef jerky! Ok good I am going to get some because besides whey protein that's what I was going to say!
  • Slugsasarus
    Slugsasarus Posts: 76 Member
    Options
    Pure Protein bars are my go-to. They're 180 calories, 20 grams of protein, 3 grams of sugar.
    Muscle Milk or Muscle Milk Light are also really good. The light is 160 calories, 20 grams of protein 0 grams of sugar. The regular are 220 calories, 25 grams of protein, 3 grams of sugar.

    Both are perfect to guzzle down right after a work out!
  • beckyinma
    beckyinma Posts: 1,433 Member
    Options
    Chobani greek 0%, 140 cal, 14 g protein. yum!
  • SueScott5plus
    SueScott5plus Posts: 5
    Options
    Boars Head sliced turkey. Best tasting deli turkey that I've found. Roll them up and take them with you
  • teagin2002
    teagin2002 Posts: 1,901 Member
    Options
    eat good feel great brand protein bars from costco, costco muscle milk chocolate whey protein powder and costco salmon patties.

    The costco salmon patties I defrost them in the microwave and then cook them in there too. So all take min prep, and although the whey protein and protein bar are sweet the salmon patty I can make it a bit salty or sour by adding what ever side or garnish I want.
  • wannabehealthy31
    wannabehealthy31 Posts: 4
    Options
    Canned Chicken, low calories, almost no fat, and tons of protein. It even tastes good to me to.
  • wannabehealthy31
    wannabehealthy31 Posts: 4
    Options
    Canned Chicken, low calories, almost no fat, and tons of protein. It even tastes good to me to.
  • rachmaree
    rachmaree Posts: 782 Member
    Options
    I carry a can of tuna with me most of the time. And if I'm going some place with a fridge, a portion of grilled chicken and boiled eggs. Otherwise protein powder usually does the trick.
  • pixiechick8321
    pixiechick8321 Posts: 284 Member
    Options
    I like Fage Greek yogurt - 1 cup = 24g protein and 130 calories

    As mentioned, cottage cheese is also good, 1/2 cup = 12 g protein and 100 calories.

    Almonds are good, but high in calories.

    I'd do something like this:

    Egg + egg white, canadian bacon, 1/2 cup greek yogurt, berries - breakfast

    1/2 oz almonds, string cheese - snack

    3 oz chicken, cheddar cheese, quiona. black olives, tomato, wrap - lunch

    yogurt (ie blueberry flavor, 6 oz) - snack

    3 oz salmon (braised with dill, baby potatoes, sour cream or greek yogurt), veggies, milk - supper

    That should give you quite a bit and a sample of what to eat for high protein... also, keep in mind that you should have ~ 10% of your daily calories being protein (ie, no less than 40 g for a woman).
  • Grokette
    Grokette Posts: 3,330 Member
    Options
    Tanka Bars.
  • iuew
    iuew Posts: 624 Member
    Options
    clif bars
    balance bars
  • madubil
    madubil Posts: 131 Member
    Options
    Here is a breakdown of a variety of products that give you your daily necessary protein.. I personally use Herbalife and have this information from them, so of course, I have included their information as well. Hope this helps!~

    DAIRY PRODUCTS
    • Egg whites: 7 whites = 25 grams
    • Cottage cheese (nonfat): 1 cup = 28 grams
    • Mozzarella cheese (nonfat): one 1-ounce stick = 8 grams
    • Yogurt (nonfat, sugar-free): one 6-ounce carton = 5 grams
    • Yogurt (nonfat, plain): 1 cup = 14 grams
    • Milk (nonfat): 1 cup = 10 grams

    MEATS
    • Beef (lean): 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Chicken breast: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Turkey breast: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams
    • Turkey ham: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 18 grams
    • Pork tenderloin: 3 ounces (cooked weight) = 24 grams

    FISH
    • Ocean-caught fish: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 to 31 grams
    • Shrimp, crab, lobster: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 22 to 24 grams
    • Tuna: 4 ounces (water packed) = 27 grams
    • Scallops: 4 ounces (cooked weight) = 25 grams

    BEANS, LENTILS AND GRAINS
    • Beans (black, pinto, etc.): ½ cup (cooked) = 7 grams
    • Lentils: ½ cup (cooked) = 9 grams
    • Quinoa: ½ cup (cooked) = 6 grams
    • Tofu: ¼ block = 7 grams

    • Veggie burger: one burger = 5 to 20 grams (varies by brand)

    Note: Some ready-to-eat cereals are also good protein sources. Check labels–some have more than
    10 grams of protein per serving.

    HERBALIFE® FOODS
    • Formula 1 shake (with 8 fl. oz. nonfat milk): one serving = 18 grams
    • Soup Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. of water): one serving = 16 grams
    • Protein Drink Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. water): one serving = 15 grams
    • Beverage Mix (with 6 to 8 fl. oz. water): one serving = 15 grams
    • Roasted Soy Nuts with Cardia®* Salt: one packet (1 ounce) = 11 grams
    • Protein Bar: one bar (1.23 ounces) = 12 grams
    • Protein Bar Deluxe: one bar (1.41 ounces) = 10 grams


    holy cow this is really helpful! thank you
  • madubil
    madubil Posts: 131 Member
    Options
    Pure Protein bars are my go-to. They're 180 calories, 20 grams of protein, 3 grams of sugar.
    Muscle Milk or Muscle Milk Light are also really good. The light is 160 calories, 20 grams of protein 0 grams of sugar. The regular are 220 calories, 25 grams of protein, 3 grams of sugar.

    Both are perfect to guzzle down right after a work out!
    \

    really good info too- especially the muscle milk- I need a post skate protein- I cant eat before I skate (it WILL come back up) and I really need something afterwards bc I am buring alot of cals and need something decent to put back in me. I'll pick up someof these bad boys.. Thank you
  • curvygirl512
    curvygirl512 Posts: 423 Member
    Options
    egg whites are pure protein with almost no calories. I'll fry them up, or pour them raw into a smoothie. I also like Chobani Greek Yogurt. It's a little high in sugar, but it's also high in protein. Finally, soybeans--I mix them into salads, spaghetti sauce, rice dishes. There's very little taste but the nutrition is significant.

Categories