Piña Colada Protein Shake

This tropical shake is like spring break for your muscles, and only tastes sinful! Pineapple naturally boosts your body’s ability to heal post-workout inflammation.

Ready in: 5 minutes

Makes: 2 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained, or
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• ½ frozen banana
• ½ cup skim milk
• 1 tbsp shredded coconut
• ½ scoop vanilla whey protein powder
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and process to a smooth consistency.
   

Nutritional Breakdown: 49% carbs, 41% protein, 10% fat

Nutrients per serving: Calories: 210, Total Fats: 2.5 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Trans Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 15 mg, Sodium: 60 mg, Total Carbohydrates: 25 g, Dietary Fiber: 2 g, Sugars: 19 g, Protein: 22 g, Iron: 1 mg

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