Friday, April 18, 2014

7 DELICIOUS HIGH-PROTEIN MEALS - THESE SAVORY MEALS AND SWEET PROTEIN SHAKES WILL SATISFY YOUR CRAVINGS WITHOUT BREAKING YOUR DIET!

There's more to life than chicken and rice, and decadent meals shouldn't just fall on a cheat day. Prep healthy food that tastes great with these delicious recipes!


Working out lights the torch, but nothing fuels muscle growth like a hearty, nutritionally sound meal. Whether it calls for included protein powder or makes a mainstay protein source the star of your dish, each of these recipes serves up a healthy dose of muscle-building macronutrients. Dig in and fuel up!

1
 CASEIN PUMPKIN CUSTARD

When you're not in the mood for Jell-O and pudding just won't do, it's clear that custard is what you're really craving. Skip the half-and-half and artificial sweeteners and opt for this mixture of protein, spices, and vitamin A-rich pumpkin. It will blow your gourd!

Ingredients
  • 2 scoops MusclePharm Vanilla Cream Casein
  • 2 cups Libby's 100% Pure Pumpkin
  • 1 tbsp imitation vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup water
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Blend thoroughly.
  3. Slug it!
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1)
Amount per serving
Calories 328
Total Fat2 g
Total Carbs29 g
Protein54 g

2
 CASEIN PUMPKIN PROTEIN SHAKE

Casein shakes don't have to be thick and hard to digest. Create a hit flavor combination with this recipe that pairs savory notes of pumpkin with sweet hints of cinnamon and ties them all together with a vanilla cream base.

Ingredients
  • 2 scoops MusclePharm Vanilla Cream Casein
  • 1/2 cup Libby's 100% Pure Pumpkin
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 16 oz water
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients in blender and blend for 10-15 sec.
  2. If consistency isn't to your liking, add a handful of ice for added texture.
  3. Demolish!
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1)
Amount per serving
Calories 269
Total Fat1 g
Total Carbs13 g
Protein52 g

3
 COMBAT VANILLA PEPPERMINT SHAKE

There's no denying the popularity of the almighty peppermint. From patties and candy canes to coffee and schnapps, it's a clear crowd favorite. Harness this well-loved flavor profile in the form of a good-for-you shake with this sweet recipe.

Ingredients
  • 2 scoops MusclePharm Combat Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 1 cup So Delicious Dairy-Free Unsweetened Coconut Milk
  • 3 tbsp finely crushed peppermint candies
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup ice
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
  2. Process until smooth.
  3. Annihilate!
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1)
Amount per serving
Calories 320
Total Fat8 g
Total Carbs11 g
Protein51 g

4
 COMBAT NO-BAKE COOKIE BARS

Cookies are delicious, but, in addition to their fat content falling outside of the "healthy" zone, they require cooking. Instant gratification flies out the window. But wait, there's an easy solution. Drop the store log for this healthy, better-for- you, no-bake version.

Ingredients
  • 8 scoops MusclePharm Combat Chocolate Milk Protein Powder
  • 3 cups steel cut oats
  • 2 cups So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk
  • 1 packet of chocolate sugar-free, fat-free pudding
Directions
  1. Mix all contents in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Coat a baking dish with a non-stick spray, then place mix into the dish.
  3. Cover. Leave in the refrigerator overnight.
  4. Eat.
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1 bar)Recipe yields 8
Amount per serving
Calories 255
Total Fat4.5 g
Total Carbs25 g
Protein28 g

5
 COMBAT PANCAKES

Forgo that bowl of cold cereal and combat hunger the right way with a stack of fluffy, protein-powered flapjacks.

Ingredients
  • 2 scoops MusclePharm Combat Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup oats
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 egg whies
Directions
  1. Mix together all ingredients until you achieve a pancake-like consistency.
  2. Preheat a pan over medium heat, then spray pan with non-stick spray.
  3. Place mix into pan and cook both sides until mix is fully cooked through. Test with a toothpick.
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1)Recipe yields 2
Amount per serving
Calories 238
Total Fat4 g
Total Carbs19 g
Protein32 g

6
 COOKED ALBACORE PATTIES

Chicken day in and day out can become, well, boring. Change up your meal plan while still meeting your macros with this savory tuna recipe.

Ingredients
  • 2 cans albacore tuna (drained, in water)
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp old bay seasoning
  • 1 tbsp sundried tomatoes
Directions
  1. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil to skillet, drain albacore, and place fish in skillet.
  2. While albacore is cooking, add old bay seasoning to each side. Flip and cook.
  3. After cooking each side for 3-4 minutes, add sun dried tomatoes to the pan and turn heat to low.
  4. Let all ingredients cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size (1 patty)Recipe yields 2
Amount per serving
Calories 302
Total Fat14 g
Total Carbs13 g
Protein41 g

7
 PROTEIN SCRAMBLE

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so make it count! Serve up a heap of protein first thing in the morning to fuel your day.

Ingredients
  • 3 large brown eggs
  • 9 egg whites
  • 1 sweet Italian-style chicken sausage
  • 4 tsp tomatillo avocado salsa
Directions
  1. Dice chicken sausage and put into a warmed skillet to brown. While waiting, beat eggs and egg whites together.
  2. Once chicken sausage is browned, spray skillet with non-stick spray and pour beat eggs into the skillet with the sausage. Mix all ingredients frequently until eggs are cooked through.
  3. Place on plate and top with tomatillo avocado salsa.
NUTRITION FACTS
Amount per serving
Calories 494
Total Fat21 g
Total Carbs8 g
Protein67 g

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