Try whey protein in your favorite smoothies and shakes
Many people add a scoop or two of whey protein to chocolate or strawberry milk for a delicious and easy protein-packed drink.
Or get out the blender and try this recipe in all of its variations.
Base:
1 peeled medium banana in chucks
1 or 2 scoops of whey protein (check the label)
1/2 cup fat-free or low-fat milk
1/2 cup fat-free or low-fat yogurt (sweetened vanilla yogurt is great—you decide!)
1/2 cup ice
Plus:
3 - 4 strawberries and 1/3 cup blueberries OR
3 - 4 strawberries and 1/3 cup raspberries OR
3 - 4 strawberries and 1/4 cup blackberries (and a little sugar to taste) OR
1/2 cup of pineapple chunks OR
1 cup of frozen mixed berries OR
1 cup of frozen mango chunks
Blend the banana with the whey protein, milk, yogurt and ice until the base is thick and smooth. Add your choice of other fruit and blend until it looks delicious. Pour it into a large glass and enjoy!