Recovery drink query

[stien]

So we are pretty big on the vegan thing, so if that's not for you then disregard.

One data point: We are young, strong and lean. I don't use protein powder for recovery. It's just fruits and veggies all day long. I usually do a higher carb meal or two a day depending on activity level. After a ride I'm reaching for strawberries and bananas. Maybe some lightly salted peanuts if I'm craving salt. I don't even bother mixing it up in a shake. On the bike I'm experimenting with drink mixes to get some electrolytes. I've been doing this for three years and have gotten quite lean without losing muscle mass.