Easy Homemade Protein Powder (Vegan) | how to make protein powder at home | Recipe of homemade vegan protein powder with step by step instructions

This 6 Ingredient homemade protein powder (vegan) is made from wholesome nuts and seeds without any chemicals or preservatives free, highly customisable, loaded with nutrients, versatile. Moreover it’s naturally vegan & gluten-free!

So easy to make, this DIY homemade vegan protein powder recipe when added to your shakes or smoothie will help keep you feeling full for longer time.

This will aid with muscle growth and tissue repair, provide a vitamin/mineral and omega boost, and several other benefits like improved skin, brain, and heart health.

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Ingredients for easy homemade protein powder (vegan)

Bhuna chana or roasted gram –

According to Google – Roasted gram, or bhuna chana, is a good source of protein, fibre, and minerals. It has few calories and gives you more energy, making it an excellent choice for long winter days. Protein: Builds and repairs muscles. Fiber aids in digestion and prevents constipation.

Makhana or lotus seeds –

According to Healthline Makhana is a good source of protein and fiber, along with micronutrients like calcium, magnesium, iron, and phosphorus.

Moongfali or un salted peanuts –

According to Healthline Peanuts provide protein, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They may have other health benefits, including promoting fullness and helping protect against heart disease.

Chia seeds – 

According to Healthline

Chia seeds contain antioxidants, minerals, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients play a role in supporting multiple body functions and systems.

The nutrients in chia seeds may promote heart health, support strong bones, and improve blood sugar management.

Oats –

According to Healthline

Oats are among the healthiest grains on earth. They’re a gluten-free whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.

Badam or Almonds – 

According to Healthline

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Easy Homemade Protein Powder (Vegan) |

This 6 Ingredient homemade protein powder (vegan) is made from wholesome nuts and seeds without any chemicals or preservatives free, highly customisable, loaded with nutrients, versatile. Moreover it's naturally vegan & gluten-free!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Course: DIY's

Cuisine: American, Global

Keyword: high protein breakfast, homemade protein powder recipe, protein powder

Servings: 3 Cups

Author: Lata Lala

Ingredients

• 1 cup Bhuna chana Roasted gram
• 2 cups Makhana/Fox nuts
• 1/2 cup raw unsalted raw peanuts
• 1/2 cup Chia seeds
• 1 cup Oats
• 1 cup almonds badam

Instructions

• To begin with, we need to dry roast all the ingredients except roasted gram which is already roasted.
• Heat a heavy bottomed pan and dry roast the fox nuts on medium flame, while stirring constantly, until they turn crunchy.
• Check the doneness of makhana by pressing it between your thumb and index finger. Remove and set aside in a plate to cool.
• After that, dry roast the peanuts for 2 to 3 minutes on slow flame, while stirring occasionally. Remove and keep aside to cool completely in the same plate.
• Next add oats for a few mins on a low flame. Remove and set aside in the same plate.
• Now dry roast the almonds for a few minutes on low flame, while stirring occasionally.
• Remove and keep aside with the other ingredients.
• Then goes the Chia seeds. Dry roast it on low heat for a few minutes. Remove and keep aside with the other ingredients.
• Once done, let the mixture cool and add in the roasted chana.
• Mix well everything with your hands and transfer the half of the it into a blender jar and pulse and blend to a fine powder.
• Repeat the process and grind the remaining mixture. Store in an airtight glass container and use as required.

Notes

1. The other nuts and seeds you may add are cashew nuts, walnuts, sunflower seeds or melon seeds.

2. If you like the flavour of cardamom and saffron then go for it. Blend these both along with other ingredients.

3. Make sure to cool all the ingredients completely before blending to avoid turning it into a paste rather than powder.

4. The veg protein powder tends to settle down at the bottom of the glass once blended with any liquid. So keep stirring it while drinking.

5. Always store the protein powder in refrigerator.

Step by step instructions and pictorial presentation to make easy homemade protein powder (vegan)

To begin with, we need to dry roast all the ingredients except roasted gram which is already roasted.

Heat a heavy bottomed pan and dry roast the fox nuts on medium flame, while stirring constantly, until they turn crunchy.

Check the doneness of makhana by pressing it between your thumb and index finger. Remove and set aside in a plate to cool.

After that, dry roast the peanuts for 2 to 3 minutes on slow flame, while stirring occasionally. Remove and keep aside to cool completely in the same plate.

Next add oats for a few mins on a low flame. Remove and set aside in the same plate.

Now dry roast the almonds for a few minutes on low flame, while stirring occasionally.

Remove and keep aside with the other ingredients.

Then goes the Chia seeds. Dry roast it on low heat for a few minutes. Remove and keep aside with the other ingredients.

Once done, let the mixture cool and add in the roasted chana.

Mix well everything with your hands and transfer the half of the it into a blender jar and pulse and blend to a fine powder.

Repeat the process and grind the remaining mixture. Store in an airtight glass container and use as required.

How to make protein Shake using homemade protein powder?

To make protein shake using homemade protein powder, take 1 cup of warm or hot  milk in a glass and add 2 tbsp of the prepared powder.

Blend to smooth, serve immediately and enjoy!

Top tips

1. The other nuts and seeds you may add are cashew nuts, walnuts, sunflower seeds or melon seeds.

2. If you like the flavour of cardamom and saffron then go for it. Blend these both along with other ingredients.

3. Make sure to cool all the ingredients completely before blending to avoid turning it into a paste rather than powder.

4. The veg protein powder tends to settle down at the bottom of the glass once blended with any liquid. So keep stirring it while drinking.

5. Always store the protein powder in refrigerator.

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