Fueling Success: Top Tier Recipes for Athletes

 
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Person cooking. Image from Freepik.

Overview

For athletes, reaching their full potential requires more than just dedication and hard work on the field or court. What you eat plays a critical role in powering your performance, aiding recovery, and maintaining overall health. Here we have provided you with four of our own top tier recipes that are both delicious and packed with nutrients. Enjoy!

Berry Vanilla Overnight Oats

~ 30 to 40g protein
Makes 1 serving
 
Ingredients
1/2 cup oats
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1/3 cup greek yogurt
1/2 cup milk of choice (we used soy milk!)
1/2 cup mixed berries (you can also sub for any fruit of choice)
1-2 tablespoons chia seeds
1-2 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste for sweetness)
1 pinch of salt
 
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients together in a bowl.
  1. After everything is combined, add your overnights oats to a glass jar or container of choice.
  1. Cover and place in the fridge for 4-6 hours, or better yet, overnight!

Protein Packed Smoothie

~ 32g protein
makes 1-2 servings
 
Ingredients
1/2 cup yogurt of choice (we used oikos triple zero)
1 cup milk of choice (we used soy milk)
1/2 cup frozen strawberries
1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
1/2 frozen banana
1/2 cup spinach
1 scoop protein powder of choice (vanilla works great!)
 
Directions
  1. Place all ingredients together in blender and blend together.
    1. Note: You may need to add more or less milk depending on the strength of your blender and how liquid or thick you like your smoothie to be.
  1. After blending, pour smoothie into a glass and enjoy!

Burrito Bowl

~22 to 43g protein
makes 1-2 servings
 
Ingredients
1 ripe avocado
1 medium onion
1-2 green bell peppers
3-4 cups cooked brown rice
1 can of black beans
1 lime
1 sprig of cilantro
Salt & Pepper
Chili powder
 
Directions
  1. Prepare the ingredients:
    1. Dice the onion and green bell peppers.
    2. Drain and rinse the black beans.
    3. Chop the cilantro.
    4. Slice the avocado.
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat, and add a drizzle of oil.
  1. Add the diced onion and green bell peppers, and sauté until the onions are translucent and slightly browned and the peppers have softened, about 5 minutes.
  1. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. You could also add chili powder for a kick of heat.
  1. In a separate pot, heat the cooked brown rice over low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  1. Add all ingredients into a bowl to serve:
    1. Divide the cooked rice evenly between the bowls.
    2. Add a portion of sautéed onion and green bell pepper mixture to each bowl.
    3. Add 1/3 to 1/2 cup black beans to each bowl.
  1. Serve with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado on the side, allowing diners to add these ingredients according to their preferences.

Brownie Baked Oats

~30 to 40 g protein
Makes 1 serving
 
Ingredients
1/2 ripe mashed banana
1/2 cup oats
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup milk of choice (we used soy!)
pinch of salt
 
Directions
  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mixed thoroughly.
  1. Add the batter into a oven safe ramekin.
  1. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
  1. Enjoy!
 
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