Do you want to lose weight, build muscle, or feel more fit? Eating high-protein foods is an excellent way to help you meet any of these goals. Protein is an essential part of any diet. It’s great for filling up and building muscle for busy (and hungry!) bodies! Good news: You can still experience the joy of eating a delicious, sweet snack while also getting a solid source of protein.
Try one of these ten healthy and tasty recipes today!
1. Kicked-Up Oatmeal
Take the flavor and protein content of classic oatmeal up a notch with this spin on a breakfast favorite. All you need is oats, almond milk, blueberries and LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla Protein Shake Mix. Take this recipe and run with it — you can switch it up with our LIMU LEAN in Dutch Chocolate plus strawberries, or any other flavor combo you like.
Ingredients
• 1 cup, oats
• ½ cup, almond milk
• 1 cup, fresh blueberries
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla
Directions
1) Microwave oats and milk for 2½–3 minutes.
2) Thoroughly mix protein powder into the oats.
3) Top with blueberries and smile while gazing upon your magnificently delicious creation.
2. Coconut Silver Dollar Protein Pancakes
Let your flavor buds go on a tropical escape with these fun and delicious little gluten-free pancakes. In this recipe, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla serves as the base, while the coconut flour and coconut milk give it a tropical taste. Top it off with fresh berries and enjoy! Yum!
Ingredients
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla
• 1 tsp., baking powder
• 1/3 cup, coconut flour
• ¼ tsp., salt
• 4 large egg whites
• ¾ cup, coconut milk
• 2 tbsp., coconut milk
• 2 tsp,. water
• 2 tsp., organic extra virgin coconut oil
Directions
1) Sift protein powder, coconut flour and salt together into a batter bowl.
2) Mix all remaining ingredients in another bowl and then add slowly to dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3) Brush bottom of a heavy skillet or pancake griddle with coconut oil and set over medium heat. Heat until a drop of water sizzles and evaporates immediately.
4) Stir batter and then pour approximately ¼ cup of batter into 4-inch circles, allowing plenty of space between each.
5) Cook until bubbles form on surface and edges are cooked. Flip to cook other side.
6) Serve immediately topped with your choice of fresh berries.
3. Rice and Oat Crispy Treats
Here’s a more grown-up, high-protein twist on a childhood favorite. Skip all the sugar from the marshmallows, instead using honey, butter and almond butter to mold together your rice cereal. With the addition of high-fiber oatmeal, it makes these treats that much healthier than the originals.
Ingredients
• 2 tsp., butter
• 1/3 cup, raw honey
• 1 tsp., vanilla extract (no added sugar)
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate
• 1½ cups, Rice Krispies
• ½ cup, plain oatmeal
• ¼ cup, smooth almond butter
• 1 dash, nonstick cooking spray
Directions
1) Spray a 9×9 baking pan with cooking spray.
2) In a large pot over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the honey, almond butter and vanilla.
3) Turn heat off and then stir in the protein powder, oats and rice cereal.
4) Press the mixture into the pan and let cool or refrigerate for 20 minutes.
4. No-Bake Chocolate Protein Cake
With this post-workout recovery snack, you can literally have your cake and eat it, too. This cake batter combines flour, pancake mix and LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate with applesauce, an egg and almond milk. You can whip this easy-to-bake cake in the microwave. Make mini treats in your favorite mugs. It’s as easy as…cake.
Ingredients
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp., applesauce
• 2 tbsp., vanilla syrup
• 3 tbsp., almond milk
• ½ tsp., organic vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp., white flour
• 3 tbsp., dry pancake mix
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate
Directions
1) Blend all of the ingredients together in a blender (except for the flour, pancake mix and protein powder) until well mixed.
2) Add the flour, pancake mix and protein powder into the blender and mix together.
3) Add the mixture into a non-stick bowl and microwave for 2 minutes (if it’s still “wet” looking at the top, microwave for an additional 10 seconds at a time).
5. Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
Get your protein fix while you satisfy your sweet tooth. Waffle ice cream sandwiches with LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate will keep you happy in this summertime sizzle. And don’t be afraid to load up on your homemade “ice cream” made from frozen bananas and vanilla extract. There’s no guilt with this delicious pleasure.
Ingredients
• 1½ tsp., ground flax seed
• ¼ cup, water
• 1½ cup, gluten-free, all-purpose flour
• 3 packets, LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate
• 3 tbsp., cocoa powder, natural unsweetened
• ¼ cane sugar
• ½ tsp., baking powder, featherweight
• ½ tsp., baking soda
• 1 pinch, salt
• ¼ cup, natural peanut butter
• 1 tbsp., raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup, vegetable oil
• 1½ cups, unsweetened almond milk
• 4 medium bananas, sliced
• 1 tsp., pure Tahitian vanilla extract
Directions
For the waffles:
1) Heat waffle iron.
2) Make flax egg by combining flax and water together in a bowl and setting aside.
3) Combine gluten-free flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, sugar (you can substitute with coconut palm sugar), baking powder, baking soda and sea salt in a bowl.
4) Combine peanut butter, apple cider vinegar, oil and almond milk with flax egg.
5) Combine wet and dry ingredients until a batter forms. Batter should be thick.
6) Cook waffles according to waffle iron instructions.
For the ice cream:
1) Combine sliced, frozen bananas in a blender with vanilla and process until smooth.
2) Enjoy immediately or freeze overnight for a harder texture.
To assemble the sandwich:
1) Put banana ice cream in between two room temperature waffles.
2) Wrap and freeze for future use or eat immediately.
6. No-Bake Peanut Butter LIMU LEAN Cookies
Packed with tons of protein and fiber, this sweet treat will keep you on track. No need to worry here; your diet won’t be ruined. These no-bake peanut butter LIMU LEAN cookies are quick and easy to make, and ready in just 10 minutes. No need to bake. Just sit back and enjoy.
Ingredients
• 1 cup, all-natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1 cup, quick-cooking oats
• ½ cup, raw honey
• 1 cup, LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate
Directions
1) Combine peanut butter, oats, honey and LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate in a medium bowl; mix well.
2) Roll mixture into 22 balls, each about 1 inch in size.
3) Flatten each slightly so it’s shaped like a cookie. They’re ready to serve!
7. Easy Vanilla Protein Cheesecake
In the heat of summer, this is an indulgent high-protein, low-fat cheesecake that you can enjoy that doesn’t even require you to turn on the oven.
Ingredients
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla
• ¼ cup, fat-free cream cheese
• 4 tsp., sugar
• 2 tsp., almond milk
• 1½ cup, sliced strawberries (optional)
• ½ cup, graham cracker crumbles (optional)
Directions
Mix the four required ingredients together thoroughly in a bowl. You can use less protein powder or include more for this recipe if you’d like. You can also vary the type of liquid. For a more traditional cheesecake style, sprinkle graham cracker crumbles at the bottom of a jar, add mixture, and top with strawberries. Refrigerate for 10 minutes, or sneak a taste right from the bowl. We won’t judge!
8. Passion Fruit Protein Mousse
Snack on this dairy-free, protein-rich dessert with no sugar added. This healthy breakfast item can be a quick snack or on the menu for dessert. Make a handful and store in glass jars in the fridge for a sweet fix on the go. Enjoy this pure, heavenly, silky, real-food dessert deliciousness.
Ingredients
• 1 cup, passion fruit pulp
• 1 can, full-fat coconut milk
• 1 tsp., pure vanilla extract
• 2 bananas
• 1 tbsp., organic extra virgin coconut oil
• 2 packets, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla
Directions
1) Peel and freeze the bananas overnight.
2) Chill the can of coconut milk in the fridge overnight.
3) When ready, do NOT shake the can up at all. Carefully turn the can over and open from the bottom.
4) Drain out the liquid and packet the white cream into a food processor. Discard the liquid.
5) Throw all of the ingredients into a food processor.
6) Blend on high until creamy. Enjoy chilled.
9. Cinnamazing Protein Apples
It’s so easy to have a healthy, power-packed, filling snack prepped and ready for on-the-go or a quick office treat. If you’re going to make three apples and store them, add a teaspoon or two of lemon juice to keep the apples from browning. If you just want to make this snack with one apple, use a third of a packet of protein. Enjoy this sweet, macro-friendly treat!
Ingredients
• 3 apples
• 1 tbsp., ground cinnamon
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Dutch Chocolate
Directions
1) Cut the three apples into chunks or slices and place them into a plastic bag.
2) Add the cinnamon and the protein powder into the bag.
3) Seal the bag and shake vigorously.
4) Serve now or place in the refrigerator to chill for a few minutes.
10. All-American French Toast
This easy Sunday brunch classic is a perfect way to start the day! With the perfect amount of protein powder it can also double as a recovery meal. Just make French toast as you normally would with bread, eggs and milk, but mix the LIMU LEAN into the egg-milk mixture before dipping your bread. Afterwards, panfry as usual, then enjoy each flavor-infused bite!
Ingredients
• 1 packet, LIMU LEAN Creamy Vanilla
• 2 slices, sprouted grain bread
• ½ cup, egg whites
• ¼ cup, almond milk
• 1 medium banana
• 2 dashes, ground cinnamon
Directions
1) Mix egg whites, milk and protein powder together in a small bowl, adding cinnamon to taste. Dip two slices of bread into the mixture.
2) Cook on medium heat using a non-stick skillet for 2–3 minutes on each side.
3) Cut up the banana into small pieces, smashing them on top both pieces of bread. Add syrup for taste.
