Nutrition doesn't have to be complicated, and it certainly shouldn't take hours of preparation. Following an intense training session, replenishing glycogen stores and initiating protein synthesis is crucial for recovery. Here is a selection of our favorite high-protein meals that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
Dice a medium sweet potato and pan-fry in a small amount of olive oil until soft. Add 200g of lean ground turkey, diced bell peppers, onions, and your choice of spices (paprika and cumin work well). Cook until the turkey is browned. This meal provides roughly 40g of protein and 50g of complex carbohydrates, perfect for post-workout recovery.
Utilize pre-cooked quinoa to save time. Pan-sear a salmon fillet (rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce muscular inflammation) for 4 minutes on each side. Serve over the quinoa alongside steamed spinach or asparagus. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top. Total prep and cook time: 15 minutes.
If you're short on time or don't have an appetite for a massive meal immediately after training, this is ideal. Mix 300g of 0% fat Greek yogurt with one scoop of ActiveEdge Whey Isolate. Top with a handful of mixed berries and a tablespoon of chia seeds. This delivers over 45g of fast and slow-digesting protein instantly.