Best whey protein recipes
Here are 3 best whey protein-based recipes that are not only healthy but are also good for weight loss:
1. Whey protein pancakes
Ingredients
1 cup oats
1 scoop of whey protein powder (any flavor you like)
1 ripe banana
1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
Step 1: Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until you have a smooth batter.
Step 2: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
Step 3: Pour small portions of the batter onto the skillet to make pancakes.
Step 4: Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
Step 5: Serve these healthy pancakes with your favorite toppings, like fresh berries, honey, or maple syrup.
2. Whey protein lassi
Ingredients
1 cup yogurt
1 scoop of whey protein powder (vanilla or plain flavor)
1/2 cup water
1-2 tablespoons honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon cardamom powder
Crushed ice (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: In a blender, combine the yogurt, whey protein powder, water, honey (or sugar), and cardamom powder.
Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: If you like it chilled, add some crushed ice and blend again.
Step 4: Pour into a glass and garnish with a sprinkle of cardamom powder. Enjoy your protein-packed lassi!
3. Whey protein curry
Ingredients
1 cup lean chicken breast (cut into small pieces)
1 onion (finely chopped)
2 tomatoes (blended into a puree)
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1 scoop of whey protein powder (unflavored)
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon curry powder or garam masala
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking oil
Instructions
Step 1: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onions until they turn translucent.
Step 2: Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the chicken pieces and cook until they turn white.
Step 4: Stir in the tomato puree, yogurt, and whey protein powder. Mix well.
Step 5: Add the spices; curry powder, turmeric, cumin powder, salt, and pepper. Step 6: Mix and let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce (mustard sauce recipe) thickens.
Step 7: Serve your whey protein curry with rice or naan for a delicious, protein-packed meal.
These recipes are simple and tasty ways to incorporate whey protein into your Indian cuisine. Adjust the ingredients and flavors according to your taste!
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