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Sports Bites: Quick Protein Roll-Ups Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

These rollups provide a protein punch

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Did you know that the average woman needs about 46 grams of protein per day and the average man 56 grams? That’s a lot of protein to fit into your meals.

Make sure you make wise choices while preparing your meals throughout the day to hit your protein goal.

Protein is an essential part of your diet to rebuild, restore, and recover. Make this easy and protein-packed snack for pre or post-workout nutrition

 

Cooking time:5 minutes

Recipe serves: 1

Ingredients

  • 2 thin slices of roast beef, ham, or turkey breast
  • 1 slice of Provolone or Swiss cheese
  • 2 oz. hummus or avocado

Directions

  1. Spread a think layer of hummus or avocado on the slice of cheese.
  2. Roll up the lunch meat with the cheese

Editor's Note: This recipe was originally published on , and was last reviewed on .

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