Easy Protein Smoothie Recipe
Easy Protein Smoothie Recipe
When in doubt or rush to get a quick meal throughout the day, I turn to a protein smoothie! Packed with fruits, veggies, and protein powder, the options and combinations are endless if you like to keep things interesting. Depending on what you put in it, it can be a complete meal for me, which is nutrient dense and protein-packed to keep me satisfied!
I shared previously that I’ve had a hard time throughout my pregnancy in the first and second trimesters getting those fruits, veggies, and protein in. These smoothies have arguably been a lifeline for me, allowing me to get in the more good stuff, not just crackers (saltines and Goldfish are the real MVP though).
To keep things interesting, I alternate between Ritual’s protein powder (currently using the prenatal/postnatal one but previously used the daily shake 18+) and LoveSweatFitness’ chocolate protein powder. Both are plant-based, as I am sensitive to whey, and both work well for me! I’ve tried a ton, and those two are my top favorites. Feel free to use whichever powder you like or omit, too.
What you need
1-2 scoops of protein powder
Frozen or fresh fruits I like bananas, mango, strawberries, berry blends, cherries, whatever seasonally is appropriate or what I’m feeling
1 cup of baby spinach purchased fresh, and sometimes I’ll freeze it for longevity
2 cups of milk I like unsweetened vanilla almond milk, water or coconut water work well too!
Hemp, chia & flax seed mix I use this one!
Blender I use this one!
Instructions
Step 1: Add your ingredients to the blender
If using the Nutribullet, I first put the bananas and other fruit in, then spinach, almond milk, protein powder, and seed mix in that order.
Step 2: Blend
Blend your ingredients! If you have too much frozen fruits, you may need more milk or water.
Step 3: Pour or add a straw & enjoy!
I usually drink it right out of the blender cup with these bamboo straws!
