Peanut butter is a smooth spread made from roasted peanuts. It is delicious and can be used to spread it on a toast, use as a dip for smoothies or even add to smoothies. Peanut butter’s unique blend of healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates makes it an excellent addition to any pre- or post-workout nutrition.
Here are the pre and post workout nutrition smoothies:
Pre-Workout Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe banana
– 1/4 cup rolled oats
– 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
– Handful of ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
2. Place the banana chunks, rolled oats, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey (if using) into a blender.
3. Add the ice cubes.
4. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
5. Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it about 30-60 minutes before your workout for sustained energy and muscle fuel.
Post-Workout Peanut Butter Smoothie
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe banana
– 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
– 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– Handful of spinach leaves (optional, for added nutrients)
– Handful of ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Peel the banana and cut it into pieces.
2. Place the banana chunks, protein powder, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, spinach leaves (if using), and ice cubes into a blender.
3. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
4. If necessary, add extra almond milk to adjust the consistency.
5. To help with muscle rehabilitation and energy replenishment, pour the smoothie into a glass and consume it within 30 minutes of finishing your workout.
These peanut butter smoothie recipes are perfect for pre- and post-workout nourishment because they offer a balanced combination of healthy fats, protein, and carbohydrates. You can make changes in the recipes according to your nutritional requirements and taste preferences by adding other ingredients like cocoa powder, flaxseeds, or chia seeds.
