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Pre-Op High Protein Smoothie

Preparing for surgery can be stressful, but fueling your body with a protein-packed diet is essential for a smooth recovery.

This high-protein smoothie is delicious and provides a whopping 48 grams of protein, making it perfect for your pre-surgery nutrition plan. Packed with plant-based ingredients like protein-infused milk, protein powder, and homemade peanut butter, this smoothie will give your body the boost it needs.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups protein-infused plant-based milk : 8g protein / cup

  • Plant-based protein powder : one serving is 21g protein

  • 1 frozen banana : 1g protein

  • 2 tablespoons homemade peanut butter : 7g protein (total)

  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder : 3g protein (total)

Enjoy!