Hot summer days call for something a little more refreshing.
Whether you're looking for a cool drink, a protein-packed snack, or a lighter way to hit your protein goals, these five easy recipes are perfect for summer.
They're simple to make, packed with protein, and sure to become new favorites.
Watermelon Protein Refresher
Ingredients (1 serving):
- 2 cups watermelon chunks (frozen works best)
- 1 scoop Phormula-1 Vanilla
-Juice of ½ lime
- ½ cup coconut water
-Ice
- Fresh mint (optional)
Directions:
- Blend watermelon, protein powder, lime juice, coconut water, and ice.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Macros:
Calories: 180
Protein: 25g
Carbs: 20g
Fat: 1g
High-Protein Strawberry Lemonade Jell-O Cups
Ingredients (4 servings):
- 1 packet sugar-free strawberry Jell-O mix
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- ¾ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- Fresh strawberries (optional)
Directions:
- Dissolve Jell-O mix in boiling water.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk in protein powder until fully dissolved.
- Stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Add cold water and mix.
- Pour into cups and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set.
- Top with fresh strawberries before serving.
Macros (per cup):
Calories: 95
Protein: 14g
Carbs: 7g
Fat: 0g
Frozen Protein Lemonade Slushie
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (we used Element Vanilla)
- 1 cup ice
- ¾ cup cold water
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp sugar-free lemonade mix
- Optional: electrolyte packet
Directions:
- Add all ingredients into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and slushy.
- Enjoy immediately.
Macros:
Calories: 120
Protein: 25g
Carbs: 4g
Fat: 1g
Orange Creamsicle Protein Yogurt Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 small mandarin orange, segmented
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Orange zest
Directions:
- In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Peel and separate the mandarin orange into segments, then cut into bite-sized pieces if desired.
- Spoon the yogurt mixture into a serving bowl and top with the mandarin orange pieces.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh orange zest for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
- Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes for an even colder, more refreshing snack.
Macros:
Calories: 265
Protein: 40g
Carbs: 21g
Fat: 1g
Mocha Ice Cream Protein Shake
Ingredients:
1 scoop Phormula-1 Cafe Mocha
½ cup brewed coffee (cold or room temp)
½ cup unsweetened almond milk
½ frozen banana (for creaminess)
1 tbsp cocoa powder
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Ice (as much as you want)
Optional: 1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate syrup or a few cacao nibs
Directions:
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Add more ice or almond milk to adjust texture.
Macros:
Calories: 230-270 cal
Protein: 25g
Carbs: 15-20g
Fat: 5g
