Green Smoothie With Protein Powder

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This Green Protein Smoothie with Protein Powder recipe blends almond milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana and spinach into a refreshing lean, green, and vegan shake. The perfect quick and healthy breakfast or post work out snack.

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• What Are The Benefits Of Adding Spinach To A Green Smoothie?
• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Ingredients You’ll Need
• Step-By-Step Instructions
• Expert Tips
• Substitutions & Variations
• Healthy Smoothie Toppings
• Storing & Freezing
• Recipe FAQ‘s
• More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
• Green Smoothie With Protein Powder

Check out my Low Calorie Protein Shake and my Peachy Berry Smoothie for more great breakfast drinks.

Smoothies have always been one of my go-to breakfasts. They are quick, easy and because they are so versatile I almost always have all of the ingredients on hand for some variation of a smoothie. This green protein smoothie is definitely one of my favorites.

Packed with protein, nutrient-rich greens and fiber, this healthy shake is a great grab-and-go breakfast that keeps you feeling full and satisfied much longer than sugary breakfast baked goods and pastries.

Frozen banana, spinach and protein powder is blended with almond milk to make a vibrant green smoothie, but don't let the funky color discourage you. The spinach acts as a natural food dye and makes the smoothie green but you can't taste it. However, you still absorb all of the nutritional benefits of spinach, so it's a win-win!

What Are The Benefits Of Adding Spinach To A Green Smoothie?

Apart from making smoothies green, spinach is a fantastic addition to smoothies and shakes because...

• Spinach is a low-carb dark leafy green high in insoluble fiber which can aid in digestion.
• It is rich in carotenoids, vitamin C, vitamin K, folic acid, iron and calcium.
• A great way to sneak in a flavorless serving of veggies.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No refined sugar or added sweetener. The bananas are all the sweetness this smoothie needs.
• Quick & easy. There isn't much more to it than blending 4 ingredients.
• Deceptively nutritious. Green smoothies are a great way to sneak in some greens.
• Easy to adapt with ingredients you already have on hand.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Unsweetened Almond Milk: Is a great base for healthy smoothies. It is low in calories and sugar and high in vitamin E, vitamin D and calcium.
• Vanilla Protein Powder: Adds satiating protein and pleasantly sweet flavor. You can use your favorite brand.
• Banana (frozen): Is a great source of potassium and fiber (which keeps you feeling full longer).
• Baby Spinach: Adds vitamin K and magnesium among many other nutrients.
• Honey: Optional, but adds more sweetness.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1:

In a blender, add almond milk followed by protein powder, frozen banana chunks and spinach.

Step 2:

Blend for 60 seconds or until the spinach and banana have completely blended into the almond milk and a smooth, bright green shake forms.

NOTE: You can print the FULL recipe with all ingredients & detailed instructions below!

Expert Tips

• No frozen banana? If you do not have a frozen banana on hand or store-bought bagged frozen banana slices, I recommend swapping out half of the almond milk with ice cubes.
• Pour the almond milk into the blender first and then the remaining ingredients. This eases some of the wear and tear on the blade.
• This green protein shake is thin enough to drink with a straw and just thick enough to pick up with a spoon. If it is too thick, add small splashes of almond milk. If it is too thin, add a few more chunks of frozen banana.

Substitutions & Variations

• Almond Milk: Can be replaced with any non-dairy milk alternative like soy milk, oat milk, coconut milk or cashew milk.
• Protein Powder: You can also add protein to smoothies by mixing in plain or Greek yogurt, almond butter, peanut butter, chia seeds and silken tofu.
• Banana: Frozen mango, pineapple, apple, peaches and avocado are also great in green smoothies. Feel free to use a combination.
• Baby Spinach: Can be used interchangeably with leafy greens like kale, swiss chard and collard greens.

Healthy Smoothie Toppings

• Nuts - Sprinkle slivered almonds, chopped pistachios or walnuts on top.
• Seeds - Chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds and flax seeds are great options.
• More Toppings - Cacao nibs, unsweetened shredded coconut and bee pollen.

Storing & Freezing

Storing: Store leftover smoothie in a glass container for 1 to 2 days in the fridge. Just be sure to fill the container to the top to keep it from trapping air in the jar.

Freezing: Freeze leftover smoothies in ice cube trays and then add the frozen cubes to future smoothies!

Recipe FAQ‘s

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