After weight loss surgery is can be challenging  to get your protein requirements met on a daily basis. This refreshing and light Strawberry Lemonade protein drink is perfect for the spring, summer and warmer weather.  It definitely satisfies any cravings for a specialty type drink. The right protein powder can be mixed with a spoon and doesn’t require any extra equipment.

You can find further information regarding protein needs after weight loss surgery or Duodenal Switch here.

Strawberry Lemonade Protein Drink recipe:

1 scoop Strawberry flavored 100% whey isolate protein powder (We used Unjury Strawberry Sorbet)

1 packet of Stevia sweetened lemonade powder (We used True Lemon Lemonade)

8 ounce cold water (you can add more or less to taste)

ice if desired

1 Strawberry or sliced Lemon for garnish

Mix the strawberry protein powder with the lemonade  powder with the water

Variations:

1-2 Strawberry mashed and mixed into drink

You could blend the whole drink with ice to make is slushy.

You could use 1/4C fresh lemon juice and stevia in place of Lemonade drink mix.

You could add 1-2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt to boost protein and make it creamy.

Freeze the above recipe or variations in popsicle forms for a frozen treat.