At Lavida we like to keep up to date with the newest nutrition research and news. We are always reading studies to bring you evidence based advice and to influence our product development. Especially when they are about plant protein sources.

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Check out our plant-protein powered winter recipes! From warm shakes to protein mince pies, we’ve got all the healthy treats to cheer this festive season.

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Ever wondered why our bean pasta is so special?

We’ve been named one of the Best Vegan Protein Powders of 2019 by The Cook & Him – an awesome blog packed full of vegan recipes and healthy eating inspiration!

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Protein powders aren’t just for shakes! Get creative with these recipe ideas & boost your plant protein intake.

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Boost your dessert with plant protein. So rich and velvety, you might not believe it’s vegan (it is we promise!)

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Black Forest Protein Cheesecake

Vegan, Gluten-free, Wheat-free, Dairy-free. Sooo delicious!

Course

Dessert

Servings

cheesecake

Ingredients

• 2 medium Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits crushed
• 2 tsp Dairy Free Spread melted
• 3 tsp Maple Syrup
• 2 tbsp Almond Milk Cheese we used Nush
• 1 tbsp Coconut cream
• 1 tbsp Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring
• 0.5 tbsp Cocoa
• 2 tbsp Cherry compote we used Bon Maman
• Cherries to decorate

Course Dessert Servings cheesecake Ingredients 2 medium Gluten Free Digestive Biscuits crushed 2 tsp Dairy Free Spread melted 3 tsp Maple Syrup 2 tbsp Almond Milk Cheese we used Nush 1 tbsp Coconut cream 1 tbsp Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring 0.5 tbsp Cocoa 2 tbsp Cherry compote we used Bon Maman Cherries to decorate

Instructions

For the base

1. Combine the crushed biscuits, melted butter and 1 tsp maple syrup. Press into the bottom of a single serving glass.

For the topping

1. Combine the coconut cream, almond milk cheese, cocoa, 2 tsp maple syrup and protein powder. Spoon on top of the biscuit base gently, refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. To serve top with a layer of cherry compote and a fresh cherry.

   

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Coat our edamame spaghetti with this delicious vegan pesto for a super simple, plant packed supper.

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Super Green Edamame Spaghetti

Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Wheat-free. This dish combines high fibre, high protein pasta with a pesto which is rich in heart healthy fats. The nutritional yeast brings a cheese-like flavour and added B vitamins.

Course

Main Dish

Servings

people

Ingredients

• 200 g Liberto Edamame spaghetti
• 40 g Fresh Basil
• 25 g Pine Nuts toasted
• 75 ml olive oil
• 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
• 1 clove garlic
• 80 g Mixed green vegetables We used asparagus, fine beans and broccoli

Course Main Dish Servings people Ingredients 200 g Liberto Edamame spaghetti 40 g Fresh Basil 25 g Pine Nuts toasted 75 ml olive oil 1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast 1 clove garlic 80 g Mixed green vegetables We used asparagus, fine beans and broccoli

Instructions

1. For the pesto, add the basil, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, garlic and olive oil to a food processor and blitz.

   
2. Leave to the side while you cook the pasta for 3 minutes in boiling water.

   
3. Stir fry the vegetables in a drizzle of olive oil.

   
4. Drain the pasta, toss in pesto, and serve with the vegetables.

   

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Warm up those winter days with a festive spiced, high-protein hot chocolate.

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Protein Spiced Hot Chocolate

Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan.

Servings

Mug

Ingredients

• 250 ml Almond Milk
• 2 Tbsp Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake
• 1 Tbsp Cacao powder
• 2 Tsp Maple Syrup
• 0.5 Tsp Mixed Spice
• 1 Tsp Almond Butter

Servings Mug Ingredients 250 ml Almond Milk 2 Tbsp Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake 1 Tbsp Cacao powder 2 Tsp Maple Syrup 0.5 Tsp Mixed Spice 1 Tsp Almond Butter

Instructions

1. Gently heat the milk on the hob. Add the other ingredients and combine well using a whisk.

   

Recipe Notes

To make this extra indulgent add a spoon of coconut cream or a square of dark chocolate. Or both!

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Brighten a cold and wintry morning with this indulgent tasting, high fibre, high protein breakfast. Using our Liberto shake boosts the protein content by over 10g!

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Chocolate Cherry Overnight Protein Oats

Course

Breakfast

Servings

person

Ingredients

• 50 g Bob's Red Mill Rolled Oats
• 2 handfuls Frozen Cherries Defrosted
• 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate chips
• 125 ml Soya Milk
• 20 g Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring
• 1 level tbsp Cacao
• 2-3 tsp Honey To taste

Course Breakfast Servings person Ingredients 50 g Bob's Red Mill Rolled Oats 2 handfuls Frozen Cherries Defrosted 1 tablespoon Dark chocolate chips 125 ml Soya Milk 20 g Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring 1 level tbsp Cacao 2-3 tsp Honey To taste

Instructions

1. Mix the soya milk with the protein shake, cacao & honey, whisk. Combine with the oats. Leave overnight in the fridge.
2. Add a layer of cherries to your serving dish.

   
3. Layer with the chocolate overnight oats.

   
4. Continue layering the cherries and oats.

   
5. Finish with a sprinkling of chocolate chips.

   
6. Enjoy!

   

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Protein powder isn’t just for shakes! It’s for cakes too! Instagrammer @monika_healthyliving has created a healthy, modern recipe for a well-loved classic.

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High Protein, Raw Vegan Carrot Cake

Protein powder isn’t just for shakes! It’s for cakes too! Instagrammer @monika_healthyliving has created a healthy, modern recipe for a well-loved classic. This high-protein, raw vegan carrot cake is made with Liberto vanilla protein powder. Not only does it add to the flavour, it also helps to keep you fuller for longer. What’s not to love?

Course

Dessert

Servings

Ingredients

For the cake:

• 2 Large carrots
• 0.5 cup dried coconut
• 0.5 cup ground almonds
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 2 tbsp orange zest
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 1-2 tsp stevia
• 0.5 cup raisins optional
• 0.5 cup pecans
• 3 tbsp Liberto vanilla protein powder

For the frosting:

• 2 cups soaked cashews
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• Water if needed

Course Dessert Servings Ingredients For the cake: 2 Large carrots 0.5 cup dried coconut 0.5 cup ground almonds 2 tbsp orange juice 2 tbsp orange zest 1 tsp cinnamon 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg 1-2 tsp stevia 0.5 cup raisins optional 0.5 cup pecans 3 tbsp Liberto vanilla protein powder For the frosting: 2 cups soaked cashews 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp Coconut oil 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Water if needed

Instructions

1. For the cake: Pulse all the ingredients together in a food processor until blended. Press blended mix into a cake pan.
2. For the frosting: Pulse all the ingredients together in a food processor until blended. Add water for desired consistency.
3. Top with frosting before serving.

   

Recipe Notes

Check out @monika_healthyliving's amazing Instagram for more inspo here.....

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We love making our shakes in a jam jar. So easy to shake, transport on-the-run and less washing up!

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Almond Maple Protein Shake

Course

Protein Shake

Servings

Ingredients

• 40 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake
• 1 tbsp Almond Butter
• 1 tbsp Almond Flour
• 2 tsp Maple Syrup
• 250 ml Water

Course Protein Shake Servings Ingredients 40 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake 1 tbsp Almond Butter 1 tbsp Almond Flour 2 tsp Maple Syrup 250 ml Water

Instructions

1. Simply add all the ingredients to your jam jar, shake vigorously for 2 minutes. Serve!

   

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These raw protein bars are simple to make, with only 4 ingredients, they make a perfect snack or on-the-go breakfast. Gluten, dairy, egg and wheat free.

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Raw Almond & Coconut Oat Protein Bars

Course

Breakfast, Protein Balls & Bars

Prep Time

5 minutes

Servings

bars

Ingredients

• 160 g Rolled Oats We used Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Rolled Oats
• 200 g Almond & Coconut Butter We used Pip & Nut
• 75 ml Runny Honey
• 50 g Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake

Course Breakfast, Protein Balls & Bars Prep Time 5 minutes Servings bars Ingredients 160 g Rolled Oats We used Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Rolled Oats 200 g Almond & Coconut Butter We used Pip & Nut 75 ml Runny Honey 50 g Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake

Instructions

1. Measure out all your ingredients.

   
2. Mix all the ingredients well.

   
3. Press into a square cake tin, compact using a fork. Put in the freezer for 30 minutes.

   
4. Slice and keep in the fridge.

   
5. Enjoy!

   

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If you have little more time, use our ProYo to make overnight oats.

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ProYo Overnight Oats

Course

Breakfast

Servings

Person

Ingredients

• 0.5 Medium Apple grated
• 3 Medium Dried Apricots sliced
• 3 tbsp Oats we used Semper Organic Gluten Free Oats
• 150 g ProYo recipe on our blog - click the link at the top of this page
• 75 ml Coconut Milk we used KoKo

Course Breakfast Servings Person Ingredients 0.5 Medium Apple grated 3 Medium Dried Apricots sliced 3 tbsp Oats we used Semper Organic Gluten Free Oats 150 g ProYo recipe on our blog - click the link at the top of this page 75 ml Coconut Milk we used KoKo

Instructions

1. Layer the grated apple, apricot and oats. Add the coconut milk. Leave overnight, in the fridge.
2. In the morning top with the ProYo and serve.

Recipe Notes

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ProYo = protein yogurt!

Super simple, two ingredient, protein boosted breakfast!

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ProYo

Our protein powders work wonders in any plain yogurt. We love CoYo (coconut yogurt) but it is low in protein (only 1.2g/100g). Adding 20g of our protein powder boosts the protein content by a whopping 12g.

Course

Breakfast

Servings

person

Ingredients

• 20 g Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake
• 150 g CoYo We used coconut collaborative
• A dash Water

Course Breakfast Servings person Ingredients 20 g Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake 150 g CoYo We used coconut collaborative A dash Water

Instructions

1. Mix the protein powder, yogurt and a dash of water together with a fork. Viola! Best served immediately.

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A delicious high protein, high fibre dish, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

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Mango Passionfruit Chia Protein Pudding

Servings

person

Ingredients

• 40 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake
• 180 ml Coconut Milk We used KoKo
• 40 g Chia seeds
• 0.5 medium Passionfruit Scoop out the flesh
• 0.25 medium Mango Sliced
• 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract

Servings person Ingredients 40 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake 180 ml Coconut Milk We used KoKo 40 g Chia seeds 0.5 medium Passionfruit Scoop out the flesh 0.25 medium Mango Sliced 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Mix the chia, protein powder and coconut milk. Whisk with a fork until well combined. Leave to refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
2. Slice the mango, add half to the bottom of the serving glass, pour in the chia mixture, top with passionfruit and the remaining mango.

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These gluten free, vegan protein pancakes are deliciously light and fluffy and contain a total of 24g plant protein.

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Vegan Blueberry Protein Pancakes

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

Servings

Pancakes

Ingredients

• 120 g Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1:1 Baking Flour
• 30 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake
• 180 ml Coconut Milk We used Koko
• 1 tsp Baking Powder
• 80 g Fresh Blueberries
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Servings Pancakes Ingredients 120 g Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free 1:1 Baking Flour 30 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake 180 ml Coconut Milk We used Koko 1 tsp Baking Powder 80 g Fresh Blueberries 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. Combine all the dry ingredients, whisk in the coconut milk. Add the blueberries.
2. Spoon the batter onto a greased, heavy bottom frying pan. Cook on medium heat for 2-3minutes. Turn once lightly golden brown.
3. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup.

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We were inspired by @romylondonuk to make some protein balls of our own. These ‘truffles’ are the ultimate raw, dairy free, gluten free, vegan, protein packed, guilt free treat! Enjoy!

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Chocolate Cherry Protein Truffles

Course

Protein Balls & Bars

Servings

Truffles

Ingredients

• 4 Large Medjool dates Pitted
• 1/2 Large Lemon Juiced
• 4 Tbsp Almond Flour
• 2 Tbsp Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring
• 1 Tbsp Dried Cherries
• 1 Tbsp Cacao powder for dusting

Course Protein Balls & Bars Servings Truffles Ingredients 4 Large Medjool dates Pitted 1/2 Large Lemon Juiced 4 Tbsp Almond Flour 2 Tbsp Liberto Dark Chocolate Protein Shake with Sour Cherry Flavouring 1 Tbsp Dried Cherries 1 Tbsp Cacao powder for dusting

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients, apart from the Cacao powder, in a food processor and blitz well.
2. Roll into 9 balls, and dust with the cacao powder.

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We are so excited that @romylondonuk has used our coconut & lemon protein powder to make her delicious bliss balls! Do check out her super inspiring Insta page for seriously delicious vegan recipes.

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Protein Bliss Balls by @romylondonuk

Photo credit: @romylondonuk

Course

Protein Balls & Bars

Servings

balls

Ingredients

• 4 Large Medjool dates Pitted
• 1/2 Large Lemon Juiced
• 4 tbsp Coconut flour
• 2 tbsp Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 tbsp Shredded Coconut For decoration

Course Protein Balls & Bars Servings balls Ingredients 4 Large Medjool dates Pitted 1/2 Large Lemon Juiced 4 tbsp Coconut flour 2 tbsp Liberto Organic Coconut & Lemon Protein Shake 1 pinch Salt 1 tbsp Shredded Coconut For decoration

Instructions

1. Simply blend up all the ingredients, then roll into bitesize balls, wet your fingers, then roll the bliss balls in the desiccated coconut. And you’re done!

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Boost your morning with our super simple Vegan protein porridge.

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Peanut Protein Porridge

Boost your morning with our super simple Vegan protein porridge recipe. Adding 20g (two dessert spoons) of our protein powder adds a whopping 10g of plant protein (not to mention the other healthy fats, vitamins and minerals!) What a start to the day!

Servings

bowl

Ingredients

• 1 Bowl of Porridge, cooked with oat milk We used Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Rolled Oats
• 10 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake That's 2 heaped dessert spoons
• 1 tsp Peanut butter Or other nut butter

Servings bowl Ingredients 1 Bowl of Porridge, cooked with oat milk We used Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Rolled Oats 10 g Liberto Organic Vanilla Flavoured Protein Shake That's 2 heaped dessert spoons 1 tsp Peanut butter Or other nut butter

Instructions

1. Make your usual porridge (we used oat milk), then stir in the protein powder and nut butter. Serve with fresh fruit.

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Get some quick recipe inspiration…..!

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Our new range of vegan protein shakes are made using pea protein.

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We have very exciting news to share with you! We’ve been busy developing a new range of Vegan Protein Shakes.

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