This recipe makes approximately two 10-ounce servings. Enjoy one serving before your workout, and the other serving after your workout, to help with a quick recovery
For strength-training workouts, women should add an extra ? serving of the protein powder, and men should add an extra full serving. For especially long and vigorous workouts, drink the shake throughout to stay fueled.
Tropical Protein Energy Blast
- 1 1/2 cups frozen mango
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 Tbsp unrefined coconut oil
- 1 serving organic vanilla whey protein powder (Tera's whey or Nutiva). Brown rice or hemp proteins are great as well.
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
- 5 to 6 drops apricot liquid stevia (optional)
Blend all ingredients in order listed.
Nutrition love: (2 servings)
- Calories: 264
- Happy Carbs: 30
- Strong Protein: 13g
- Sexy Fats: 11g
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About the Author
Karen Sherwood is a registered yoga teacher, certified nutrition consultant and holistic health expert. Owner of Nutritious Yogi, Karen has over 15 years experience specializing in whole-food nutrition programs, meal planning, supplementation, detoxification, yoga and lifestyle counseling. She contributes to several online publications and is the resident nutritionist at Sports Club/LA in Boston. Follow her on Twitter @nutritiousyogi and find her on Facebook.
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