15 Protein Packed Recipes For A Healthy January
The advent calendars have been eaten, every last drop of Bailey’s has been drunk and you’re likely feeling like you could do with a few less mince pies and a little bit more goodness this January. But don’t worry, we won’t be pushing any new year crash diets or fun-free food here. We’ve just got tasty, protein-packed recipes to fuel your month and help you to achieve your goals this year. Simple.
5 A Day Smoothie
If your body is screaming out for vegetables after the Christmas festivities, this smoothie is exactly what it needs! It might contain all 5 of your 5 a day and a good dose of protein, but don’t worry, it tastes like a creamy blueberry milkshake!
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Chai Spiced Oats
Just because Christmas is over, doesn’t mean our desire for comfort food has disappeared with it. Warm, hearty and laced with sweet spices; this delightful bowl is exactly what we need to persuade us out of bed on a cold winter’s morning!
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Vegan Quinoa Granola
When you’re looking to eat well when your time is poor, meal prep is the key to success. Putting aside some time on a Sunday will make sure you’ve always got a healthy breakfast on hand during the week. Just throw in a bowl with alt. milk, yoghurt and berries and you’re good to go!
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CBD Smoothie
If your new year goals are focused around improving your mental wellbeing, it could time to give CBD a try. Although more research still needs to be done, it’s said to relieve anxiety, pain and insomnia. Here, we’ve whipped it up into tasty berry protein smoothie to give you a calming start to your day.
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Runner’s PB Protein Balls
Amping up your training for a big race later this year? These peanut butter protein balls contain all the good bits and bobs that will help fuel your performance: oats, vanilla protein, maple syrup & of course, peanut butter! Now you’ll be ready to tackle those long weekend runs...
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Frozen Yoghurt Bark
A very Neat dessert, and a great high protein alternative for those who prefer eating solid food to sipping shakes. But don’t think just because it’s low in sugar that it compromises on taste!
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Choc Hazelnut Pancake Stack
Not ready to give up chocolate for breakfast just yet? Us neither. Luckily, this stack is gluten-free, lower in sugar and is packed full of protein too. It also happens to be vegan-friendly, so is perfect for anyone taking on Veganuary this month…
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Hot Bircher Muesli
This muesli recipe is another great breakfast that you can prep in advance. A batch of this bircher muesli will last you 4-5 days in the fridge, meaning it’s ready and waiting for you to quickly heat up in the morning or pop into a Tupperware to eat at the office.
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Raspberry Smoothie Bowl
A thick, ice-cream like smoothie might not be the classic breakfast choice during the winter months, but sometimes we like to use our imagination and pretend we’re in Bali eating ice cold berry bowls on the beach! Start your day with this raspberry protein-packed smoothie bowl and you’re sure to be feeling fruity wherever you are in the world...
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Simple Granola Bars
A simple snack recipe made with all-natural ingredients that’s designed to give you the energy you need to do everything you enjoy! Fuel a busy day at the office, a long training run or weekends spent out on your bike.
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PB Espresso Smoothie
If you’re struggling to get back in the swing of things at work, this peanut butter smoothie might just be the kick you need! It contains everything you need to power through your inbox with laser focus…
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Low Sugar PB Balls
For those trying to quit your addiction to the sweet stuff this month, this is the snack recipe for you! Protein balls are uber convenient for on the go snacking and always save us from hitting the office biscuit tin mid-afternoon. This recipe is lower in sugar and fruit-free too…
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Dark Choc Vegan Mousse
Who said vegans struggle to get enough protein? Move over Arnie, you just need to try our chocolate mousse recipe! Made with silky smooth silken tofu and paired with our Chocolate Vegan Protein this dessert has a deceivingly creamy texture, whilst helping you hit your macros!
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Desk-Fast Yoghurt Jars
For city dwellers and career climbers, a lot of meals seem to end up being eaten on-the-go or at our desks. It can be tough to find recipes that are tasty, filled with energy and that are easy to transport, which is what makes simple yogurt jars an absolute winner! Get creative with your favourite flavour-combinations and switch things up to keep things interesting.
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Vegan High Protein Breakfast Jar
Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about you dairy-free or plant-based eaters! Here’s our desk-fast yoghurt jar alternative for those who follow a vegan diet. We tend to find the majority of vegan options are extremely carb-heavy, and whilst this is not a bad thing for many, some may prefer to start the day with something less heavy sitting in their stomachs! Enter this high-protein chocolate and berry jar, that is still super easy to prep & bring into work with you…
Find the recipe, here.