This high protein berry smoothie makes for a great pre (or post) workout drink to ensure you have plenty of amino acids available for muscle building and recovery.
As well as amino acids, protein powder provides vitamins B2 and B5, calcium, and choline. Sunflower seeds provide vitamin E, folate, and a range of minerals including copper, magnesium manganese and phosphorus while the berries add some sweetness and boost vitamin C.
Macros
One serve provides 250 calories, 28 g protein, 10 g fat, 9 g net carbs and P:E = 0.5.
Micros
The Cronometer screengrab below shows the nutrients provided by 2000 calories of this recipe relative to the Optimal Nutrient Intakes.
Ingredients
SERVES 1
- 1 scoop preferred protein powder
- 25 g (0.90 oz) blackberries (frozen or fresh)
- 25 g (0.90 oz) boysenberry (frozen or fresh)
- 25 g (0.90 oz) black currant (frozen or fresh)
- 15 g (0.50 oz) sunflower seeds
- 1 cup water
Directions
- Blend all ingredients thoroughly.
- Add water to achieve desired consistency.
- Consume fresh.
Suitable for
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- fat loss
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- bodybuilders
- high protein:energy ratio
- vegetarian
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- maintenance
- pescitarian
- egg-free
- athletes & bulking
- smoothies & juices
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