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Three High-Protein Smoothies You Need To Try
By Odunmorayo Oke 12 May 2024 | 10:00 am Protein is an essential part of the diet. The body needs protein to build and repair bones, muscles, and tissues. It also acts as an energy source, helps with hormonal balance, and keeps you feeling full for longer. Furthermore, while protein powders can be costly for the average Nigerian, smoothies are a simple and delicious…
Banana and groundnut smoothie. Photo credit – Well Plated by Erin
Firstly, this smoothie is packed with protein from the groundnuts and milk, and it also provides a good amount of potassium from the bananas.
Ingredients:
● 2 ripe bananas
● 1 cup of roasted groundnuts (peanuts)
● 1 cup of milk (or a dairy-free alternative)
● 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)
Instructions:
1. Blend the bananas, groundnuts, and milk until smooth.
2. Add honey for additional sweetness if desired.
3. Lastly, serve chilled.
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2. Soy and mango smoothie (10.5g protein)
Peanut butter banana oatmeal smoothie. Photo credit – Purely Kaylie
Lastly, peanut butter is high in protein, oatmeal fills you up, and the banana adds an irresistible sweetness to this smoothie.
Ingredients:
● 2 frozen bananas
● 1 cup milk
● 1 cup vanilla yoghurt
● 1 cup oats
● ¼ cup peanut butter (natural)
● 1 tsp cinnamon
● 2-3 large scoops ice (more to taste)
Instructions:
1. Place bananas, milk, and yoghurt in a blender. Blend.
2. Add oats, peanut butter, cinnamon, and ice. Blend until smooth.
3. Enjoy immediately.
