Vegetarian athletes face a unique challenge: meeting their body's protein needs on a restricted diet.
Of course, there are plenty of protein-rich plants (and we're going to assume that vegetarians here are comfortable with eggs) but the full-fledged omnivores out there get to enjoy the convenience of protein powders for snacks and quick meals.
Fortunately, there are tons of high-quality vegetarian protein powders available – including pea protein. To get you started, here are a few simple recipes.
Basic Protein Pancake
You can add all sorts of seasonings and toppings to these pancakes once you've got the protein-rich base down. Because vegetable protein powders absorb liquids, you may need to adjust the measurements to achieve the needed consistency depending on your powder of choice.
- 1/3 cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop Naked Pea protein powder
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
Use a coffee grinder or food processor to powder the oats and combine them with the protein powder and baking powder in a large bowl. Mix in the milk and eggs.
Lightly grease a skillet or griddle and bring it to medium-high heat. Spoon the mixture onto the hot surface and cook each side for about 3 minutes.
Apple, Banana Protein Muffins
- 1 banana, mashed
- 1 cup apple sauce (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 scoop Naked Pea protein powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly. Prepare a muffin pan with non-stick spray and divide the mixture evenly into the pan.
Bake in a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees Farenheit for 35 minutes.
Quick Easy Smoothie
- 1 cup water
- 1 scoop Naked Pea protein powder
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 pear
- 1 cup spinach