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Simple Two-Ingredient Protein Shake

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Simple Two-Ingredient Protein Shake

For days when simplicity is essential. Fast, convenient, budget-friendly, and highly adaptable.

~5 mintotal~216 kcalper serving~31g protein~14g carbs~4g fat

Estimated. Worked out from the ingredients using the UK food composition tables, so treat it as a guide rather than a measurement. A typical recipe lands within about a quarter of the true figure. Makes about 1.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup milk or water
  • 1 scoop protein powder

Cooking Steps

  1. Add the milk or water to a shaker bottle or blender.

  2. Add the protein powder.

  3. Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds, or blend on high for 15-20 seconds, until fully combined with no clumps.

  4. Serve immediately, cold.

Optional Enhancements

  • Use water instead of milk
  • Buy large protein tubs for savings

Plant & Growing Tips

Mint

  • Not in the recipe, but grow it to add a fresh, aromatic twist to your protein shake.
  • Plant mint in a pot or container to prevent its aggressive spreading in the garden, giving it partial to full sun.
  • Keep the soil consistently moist and fertilize lightly once a month during the growing season.

Strawberries

  • Not in the recipe, but grow them for a sweet, nutritious addition to blend into your shake.
  • Plant strawberries in full sun in well-draining, rich soil, ensuring good air circulation.
  • Water consistently, especially when fruits are developing, and consider growing in raised beds or containers for easier management.

Natural Pest Control

  • Spray mint plants with a strong stream of water to dislodge aphids, or use insecticidal soap for heavy infestations.
  • Protect strawberry plants from slugs and snails by using copper tape or hand-picking them off leaves.
  • Cover strawberry plants with netting as fruits ripen to protect them from birds and other small animals.
  • Inspect mint regularly for spider mites, especially in dry conditions, and spray with water or neem oil if found.

Harvest

Mint

  • Harvest mint leaves by pinching off individual leaves or cutting stems just above a leaf node, encouraging new growth.
  • For optimal flavor, harvest mint in the morning after the dew has dried.
  • Regularly trim mint to prevent it from flowering, which can diminish leaf flavor.

Strawberries

  • Harvest strawberries when they are fully red, plump, and easily detach from the plant.
  • Pick strawberries gently by snapping the stem just above the cap, avoiding bruising the fruit.
  • Check plants daily during peak season, as ripe berries can quickly spoil or attract pests if left too long.

Storing & Freezing

Consume immediately.

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