Quick Post-Workout Protein Snack

We all know that getting enough protein is super important when it comes to your workouts and recovery.

However, since you’re here and most likely similar to me, you’ll want a simple and quick post-workout protein packed snack that you can hyperfixate on for the next few months before you need to get a new one.

And I’ve got you covered!

So let’s give you exactly what you’re looking for when it comes to the recipe, and then I’ll share a few more things with you as well.

Recipe

This post-workout protein snack recipe is super simple, because I wouldn’t do it if it took longer than 3 minutes. And most of that time is just getting everything out and putting it away. 

It really takes 60 seconds to put together.

And here’s what you’ll need:
Greek Yogurt- plain or vanilla based on preference (plain works just fine since sweetness will be added)
Protein Powder
Peanut Butter
Apple of choice (but I prefer Red Delicious EVEN IF EVERYONE ELSE FIGHTS ME ON IT)

1. First thing I like to do is chop up the apple. However you like, I hope you know how you like your apple chopped at this point in your life. If not, I can’t help you.
2. Next, you’ll need to grab a small bowl, at least one that’s about 2-3 cups big.
3. In that bowl, scoop 2 spoonfuls of greek yogurt in, or ½ – ¾ cup depending on the consistency you’d like. Less greek yogurt will make it more of a mousse texture, while more greek yogurt will make it creamier. Again, test it out and see what you like best, I do about 2 scoops from my favorite spoon because we also have favorite utensils here.
4. After the greek yogurt, you’ll want a spoonful of peanut butter. About 2 tablespoons if you want an exact measurement. Then you’ll want to mix these two together. You’ll have to mash the peanut butter a bit since the consistency of both ingredients so far is slightly different.
5. Once combined, you’ll add your scoop of protein powder of choice. I get mine from Aldi and it works great! This is the part where it can get messy, so carefully mix everything together until it’s well combined.
6. After everything is mixed, you’re ready to dip your apple into the protein mousse and enjoy!

If you aren’t used to a lot of protein at once, this could come out to 30+ grams of protein in this one serving.

So be aware this can be pretty filling if you aren’t used to it. But if this is normal for you, enjoy!

Other post workout snack ideas

You can get as complex or as simple as you want when it comes to these. But I’m going to share my 5 favorite on-the-go protein snacks:

1. Protein Shake
2. Protein Bar
3. Hard Boiled Eggs
4. Peanut Butter Toast
5. Low Carb Wrap with Turkey and Cheese

It doesn’t have to be anything fancy, complex or super high when it comes to protein. As long as you get some carbs for energy, protein to rebuild and even some fat won’t be too bad either.

You can also check out my favorite High Protein Meal Ideas if you’re ready for more ideas outside of just a post workout protein snack.

Benefits of protein

In case you need a reminder that protein is good for you, be sure to check out this video I made on the importance of it AND also includes the recipe. I’ll share down below.

But protein is going to be one of the main building blocks to your muscles. And the more you get after a workout to help the body recover and rebuild what’s been torn down, the better. 

That’s literally it

I could make this longer, keep writing and come up with more nonsense that you’re going to skim right past, so I’ll just stop instead.

But I will say, adding snacks back into my diet without feeling guilty has been a whole thing on it’s own. When you get to the dark side of the fitness space, you start to fear food in general and gaining weight.

You don’t have to though.

So if that’s you, join my Diary and get access to my Burnout Recovery Experiment for free, where I walk you through how to track food and fitness in a different way so you finally feel in control.

Then, be sure to check out Why Diets Don’t Work to give you a better idea of what’s going on or wrong with your current view of food. 

And then if you’d like some ideas for quick workouts you can do with your limited time, be sure to check out my 20 Minute Workouts list.