WHats your favorite "easy" amd portable protein?

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  • teagin2002
    teagin2002 Posts: 1,900 Member
    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
    Canned Chicken, low calories, almost no fat, and tons of protein. It even tastes good to me to.
  • wannabehealthy31
    wannabehealthy31 Posts: 4
    Canned Chicken, low calories, almost no fat, and tons of protein. It even tastes good to me to.
  • rachmaree
    rachmaree Posts: 782 Member
    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
    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
    Tanka Bars.
  • iuew
    iuew Posts: 624 Member
    clif bars
    balance bars
  • madubil
    madubil Posts: 131 Member
    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
    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!
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    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
    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.
  • herdthinner
    herdthinner Posts: 21 Member
    where's the love for HUMMUS?
  • TourThePast
    TourThePast Posts: 1,753 Member
    Depends on your requirements as to weight, price, & the availability of refrigeration.

    For items that are affordable and don't need refrigerating or cooking, I use the following:

    Individual portions of chocolate milk
    Individual portions of tuna (can / foil packets)
    Pepperami for a meaty snack (yes highish in fat, but at least it's high protein and long life)
    Nuts of various sorts
  • beverlyfox
    beverlyfox Posts: 14
    Roasted Almonds, you can buy then raw and then toast them in the oven yourself, I portion then out into snack size baggies.
  • Pronoiac
    Pronoiac Posts: 304
    All good variety of suggestions above, for any circumstance.

    Also sardines. Not as gross as they sound, really. Lots of good stuff inthat little fish! : )
  • skateboardstef
    skateboardstef Posts: 164 Member
    Hard boiled eggs, nuts (watch the serving size!), lunch meat, Greek yogurt (I get the plain kind and add honey, mmm), beans, tuna
  • theome
    theome Posts: 101 Member
    hard boiled eggs (i only eat the whites)
    Canned chicken with lemon juice.
    are my go to
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
    Most people have given good recommendations.. but if you're on a cal restriction nuts aren't the best choice for protein.. there are a lot of other more protein dense foods out there.
    I love nuts and eat them every day and they're a great source of healthy fat but they're definitely not my "go to" for a protein punch - I mean 1/3 cup of almonds has 180 cals and only 6g protein. For the same cals, I can eat 200g (quite a bit) of cottage cheese and get 20 g of protein - 3 times as much. As I said I love nuts but watch the cals if you're on a restriction - there are better sources.
  • chrisdavey
    chrisdavey Posts: 9,834 Member
    Most people have given good recommendations.. but if you're on a cal restriction nuts aren't the best choice for protein.. there are a lot of other more protein dense foods out there.
    I love nuts and eat them every day and they're a great source of healthy fat but they're definitely not my "go to" for a protein punch - I mean 1/3 cup of almonds has 180 cals and only 6g protein. For the same cals, I can eat 200g (quite a bit) of cottage cheese and get 20 g of protein - 3 times as much. As I said I love nuts but watch the cals if you're on a restriction - there are better sources.

    agreed.

    My go to's are:
    cottage cheese (mix with sf pudding)
    casein powder (shakes & sludges)
    tuna
    jerky
  • thinnerisstronger
    thinnerisstronger Posts: 124 Member
    Greek yogurt with vanilla protein powder. Tastes like vanilla custard! Top it with mandarine segments or banana slices or whatever fruit strikes your fancy.
  • Ange_
    Ange_ Posts: 324 Member
    i sometimes buy these marinated chicken skewers from the grocery store. Cook up a whole heap of them and wrap them individually in foil and put them in fridge.
    If i'm hungry at morning or afternoon tea i'll just have one of them cold. Really filling, full of protein and depending on which ones you get they are usually under 100 cals a serve.
  • aippolito1
    aippolito1 Posts: 4,894 Member
    almonds!
  • sweetcheeks27
    sweetcheeks27 Posts: 162 Member
    bump! thanks for all the tips everyone
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
    almonds!

    Not when you have cals to watch. 1/3 cup = 180 cals and ONLY 6g protein
  • chrisdavey
    chrisdavey Posts: 9,834 Member
    almonds!

    Not when you have cals to watch. 1/3 cup = 180 cals and ONLY 6g protein

    Say average female aiming for 100g protein. All from almonds. 3000 cals just from almonds. Hmm... any ladies here intaking 3000?
  • foxygirlact
    foxygirlact Posts: 98 Member
    a few people mentioned adding protein powder to yoghurt. I'd like to try this, can anyone recommend any particular types/brands? (I've never bought protein powder before!)
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
    This is what I use: Allmax Nutrition - Isoflex Whey Protein Isolate - Vanilla, 30 g
    1 scoop (30g) has 111 cals, 30 g protein and only 1g carb. Pretty awesome!! I would personally look for ones with low carb.. since I use this as a protein supplement I don't want any extras.
  • cmhickey616
    cmhickey616 Posts: 85 Member
    nuts! I love walnuts, almonds, and pecans for easy snacks high in protein and healthy fats...Also, it's not portable, but quinoa is a really yummy, nutty tasting grain that is packed with protein. It's a great substitute for brown rice for an added boost of protein
  • fit4everyoung
    fit4everyoung Posts: 395
    starkis tuna packet.. they have several different flavors, and each packet usually has around 30g protein or more.. very easy

    Mine too. You get an amazing protein intake with tuna and protein shake 35 g (chocolate frosty shake by Trader Joe's).
  • servilia
    servilia Posts: 3,452 Member
    nuts! I love walnuts, almonds, and pecans for easy snacks high in protein and healthy fats...Also, it's not portable, but quinoa is a really yummy, nutty tasting grain that is packed with protein. It's a great substitute for brown rice for an added boost of protein

    No. Actually, if you're watching your cals nuts are not a good source of protein. Very low protein for the cals you're consuming. Fine for healthy fats (although if you really read into it, the ratio of omega 6 to 3 is off the charts), but not for protein, unless of course you're not watching cals. Or have a ridiculously high cal goal.
  • cmhickey616
    cmhickey616 Posts: 85 Member
    almonds!

    Not when you have cals to watch. 1/3 cup = 180 cals and ONLY 6g protein

    Say average female aiming for 100g protein. All from almonds. 3000 cals just from almonds. Hmm... any ladies here intaking 3000?

    100 g of protein is a loooooot of protein. A 150 pound woman really only needs about 60 g of protein.
    http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/protein.htm
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