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Pineapple Ginger Protein Shake
A light shake with a sharp, bright flavor from frozen pineapple and fresh ginger.
- 4 mintime
- 1serving
- 220calories
- 26 gprotein
Pineapple and ginger are a good match because both have a clean bite. The coconut water keeps the shake light. It tastes closer to a fruit smoothie than a milkshake and works well after a morning workout.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- ¾ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- ¾ cup coconut water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Method
- Add the coconut water, protein powder, ginger, and lime juice to the blender.
- Add the frozen pineapple.
- Blend on high for 45 seconds.
- Taste and add more ginger if you want a stronger bite.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 220 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that can turn dairy proteins bitter if a shake sits for a while. Drink this one soon after blending.
- Use a spoon to scrape fresh ginger. The peel comes off easily.
Swaps and variations
- Add a few mint leaves.
- Add a few mint leaves and a little extra lime.
