Celebrate National Peanut Butter Day with 6 Unique, Nutritionist-Approved Recipes

Peanut butter is an often overlooked and underappreciated ingredient, boasting a unique, delicious flavour along with several recognised health benefits. Natural peanut butter is packed full of protein (20g of protein per tablespoon), as well as being high in healthy fats, vitamins and minerals, and low in carbs.

Celebrated on 24th January every year, National Peanut Butter Day gives us the perfect excuse to indulge in peanut butter-based snacks, meals and little treats – and enjoy the health benefits associated with this superfood too.

With Google searches for ‘peanut butter milkshake’ rising by over 700% in the past 30 days in the UK alone, it’s clear to see that there’s a growing demand to spice up our diets with this nutrient-dense ingredient.

To celebrate National Peanut Butter Day, Lily Keeling, a Registered Nutritionist with recipe box provider, Green Chef, has shared her top recipes for adding peanut butter into your diet and benefitting from those health benefits with ease.

6 Nutritionist-Approved Peanut Butter Recipes

• Peanut Butter Salad Dressing
  Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic and a splash of water for a creamy and flavourful dressing to drizzle over your salads or roasted vegetables.

• Peanut Butter Smoothie
  Hit your new year wellness goals with ease, with a peanut butter smoothie. Add two tablespoons of peanut butter to a smoothie made with Greek yogurt, berries and a splash of almond milk. This will give you an extra protein boost and enhance the smoothie’s creaminess.

• Peanut Butter Energy Balls
  Need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up? Combine peanut butter with rolled oats, chia seeds, honey and a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips. No cooking necessary – simply roll into small balls for a quick, nutrient-dense snack that’s perfect for on-the-go energy.

• Peanut Butter Banana Sushi
  Perfect for hosting with a twist, spread peanut butter on a whole wheat tortilla, then add a banana in the center and roll it up tightly. Slice into bite-sized ‘sushi’ pieces for a fun, protein-packed snack. You could even take things up a notch by drizzling melted dark chocolate over the top, letting it cool and set before serving to your guests.

• Peanut Butter Stir-Fries
  Add a spoonful of peanut butter to your stir-fry sauces for extra creaminess and flavour – with added health benefits. The flavours of peanut butter pair perfectly with all vegetables, tofu or chicken, enhancing any stir-fry dish with a nutty richness.

• Peanut Butter Baked Sweet Potatoes
  It’s an unusual food pairing but hear us out – top a baked sweet potato with a generous helping of peanut butter, a sprinkle of cinnamon and a light drizzle of honey for a sweet-meets-savoury side dish or snack that’s rich in nutrients you need for a balanced diet.

For more information on food and nutrition, the benefits of specific diet plans, and a wealth of recipe ideas, see the Green Chef website.