After a good workout, you want a snack that not only replenishes you, but tastes great. A protein shake is the classic option, but it comes with drawbacks: it’s grainy, it’s pricey, and it doesn’t always taste so good. You’ll be happy to learn there are many post-workout snacks that are not only convenient, but delicious.

Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is packed with nutrients and offers plenty of protein to help you recover after a workout. Exercising depletes your body of amino acids, and the protein in yogurt helps build that supply back up. A serving of low-fat Greek yogurt can give you nearly 15 grams of protein, and pairing it with some fresh berries can give you some carbohydrates for added energy. Plus, yogurt comes in convenient portable packaging.

Apples With Peanut Butter

An apple with a bit of peanut butter or almond butter not only tastes great, it offers plenty of protein to give you that much-needed energy boost after a good workout. You can slice up an apple ahead of time, then simply pull the slices out of the refrigerator and apply the peanut or almond butter when you get home.

Almonds

Almonds are packed with protein, and they’re extremely portable. You can even bring them with you and eat them right after leaving the gym. Plus, almonds taste great and have plenty of fiber, which helps you feel full.

Hummus with Pita Bread

Hummus is made from chickpeas, so it’s packed with protein and carbohydrates to replenish your body after a workout. Dipping bits of whole wheat pita in the hummus is a tasty and effective way to refuel yourself after exercise. There are plenty of different hummus flavors to choose from, and it takes less time to prepare than making a protein shake.

Tuna Salad on Whole Wheat Bread

Try a tuna salad sandwich on whole wheat bread for either a post-workout snack or an entire meal. It’s packed with carbs and protein to help you recover post-workout. Plus, it couldn’t be easier to prepare the tuna salad the night before, then come home and make a sandwich. It’s just as easy as a protein shake, but a whole lot tastier.

 

Try one of these healthy, fast and convenient snacks after your next workout. It just might become your new normal.