Calm Cocoa Tofu Rice Protein Smoothie
This creamy cocoa smoothie is designed for people on GLP-1 medications with low appetite, packing substantial protein and calories into a small, easy-to-sip portion. Silken tofu, cocoa, and cooked brown rice create a gentle texture that’s easy on the stomach while providing steady energy and muscle-supporting protein.
Ingredients
- 80 g cooked brown rice — cooled
- 200 g silken tofu — drained
- 40 g unflavoured or mild chocolate protein powder — scoop
- 10 g unsweetened cocoa powder — sifted
- 80 g ripe banana — sliced and frozen if possible
- 260 ml unsweetened soy milk — chilled
- 10 g extra virgin olive oil — liquid optional
Instructions
- If not already done, cook the brown rice according to package directions, then cool completely so it blends smoothly and is gentle on the stomach.
- Add the cooled cooked brown rice, silken tofu, protein powder, cocoa powder, banana, and soy milk to a blender.
- Blend on low, then increase to high for 45–60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, adding a splash of extra soy milk if you prefer a thinner, easier-to-sip texture.
- Taste and, if you need more calories in a small volume and tolerate fats well, blend in the olive oil until fully incorporated.
- Pour into 2 small glasses; sip slowly, stopping when comfortably full. Refrigerate any remaining smoothie.
- If the texture feels too thick on a low-appetite day, dilute with extra soy milk or a little water and re-blend briefly before drinking.
Tips for GLP-1 users
For very low appetite days, start with half a serving and sip over 20–30 minutes; the combination of tofu, protein powder, and brown rice delivers concentrated protein and calories in a small, gentle volume that is easier to finish when you don’t feel like eating.
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