TWO EASY WAYS TO ENJOY NAKED NUTRITION PROTEIN POWDERS

DISCLOSURE: This blog post is sponsored by Naked Nutrition. Products featured in this post were provided complimentary.  All opinions are my own.

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​Protein powder can be a great pantry-staple along with your canned goods, dried grains, and the like.  Why are protein powders a good option to stock up on?  For the same reason you make many other food choices in your life – convenience! 
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Now, selecting an ideal protein powder can cause your head to spin if you’re unsure of what to look out for, but Naked Nutrition products make it super easy.  They’re products are made with minimal ingredients (most contain 3 ingredients or less!) so YOU are more in control of what you want when using a Naked Nutrition supplement.  For example, their vegan Pea Protein Powder has just ONE ingredient – yellow pea protein.  That’s it!  No added sugar or artificial sweeteners.  Just simple, straightforward ingredients that you can use to make a more well-balanced meal or snack.  (Remember, protein is not only an essential nutrient, it’s also a nutrient that can help us feel full and satisfied throughout our day.) 

Don’t know what to do with protein powder?  The Naked Nutrition team provided me with these two tasty recipes (that include some of my very favorite flavors – matcha and coffee!) that I think you’ll love too…

Matcha Green Power Balls

Recipe by Ashley Sobel**

Servings: ~18 balls 

Ingredients:

• ½ cup rolled oats
• 4 tbsp chia seeds
• ¼ cup Pea Protein Powder 
• 2 tsp matcha powder
• ½ cup almond butter
• 2 Tbsp honey 
• Water, as needed 

Directions:

1. Blend the oats, chia seeds, Pea Protein Powder, matcha powder, almond butter butter, and honey together until smooth.  (If your “dough” isn’t forming, add a tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.) 
2. Roll ~1 tablespoon of the mixture into a small ball.  (I used a tablespoon cookie scoop in this step!)  Repeat. 
3. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!​

These vegetarian Matcha Green Power Balls are easy enough to make ahead of time to have during your busy week as a pre-workout snack or for when you want something slightly sweet. 

Vanilla Latte Smoothie

Recipe by Ashley Sobel**

Servings: 1

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of any non-dairy milk alternative
• 1 shot of espresso
• 1 frozen banana 
• ¼ tsp cinnamon 
• 2 scoops Vanilla Protein Shake

Directions:

1. Blend all the ingredients together until smooth. Enjoy!

This vegan Vanilla Latte Smoothie comes together quick (especially if you already have all your ingredients measured out) and could even be enjoyed as an on-the-go breakfast! 

I hope you give these recipes a taste test and be sure to head on over to Naked Nutrition to check out all their premium ingredient products!

xx

Lindsey

**About the Recipe Author: Ashley Sobel is a Registered Dietitian based in New York City who is passionate about nutrition, science, and the power of food. She helps her clients navigate the tricky world of nutrition to help them reach their goals. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and digestive health.