High Protein Root Beer Float
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Portions:
2
Serving
Size:
approximately 1 cup
- Diet
Types:
- Diabetes
- Dialysis
- Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen dessert whipped topping
- 2 scoops whey protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup root beer
Preparation
- Mix the thawed whipped topping, protein powder and vanilla extract. Freeze mixture until firm.
- Divide frozen mixture into 2 scoops and place in two 8-ounce glasses. Pour 4 ounces chilled root beer over scoops of whipped topping mixture in each glass.
- Serve and enjoy!
Helpful hints
- Check ingredients on root beer and only buy phosphate-free brands.
- Protein powders vary in scoop size and protein content. Ask your dietitian for recommendations on whey protein powders that are kidney-friendly.
- Substitute diet root beer for a low carbohydrate version. Carbs are reduced to 10 grams.
Nutrients per serving
Calories 225
Protein 12 g
Carbohydrates 24 g
Fat 9 g
Cholesterol 34 mg
Sodium 88 mg
Potassium 104 mg
Phosphorus 46 mg
Calcium 51 mg
Fiber 0 g
Added Sugar
Renal and renal diabetic food choices
- 1-1/2 meat
- 1 high calorie
Carbohydrate choices
1-1/2
Submitted by: DaVita renal dietitian Joyce from Texas.
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