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Learn how to make a healthy protein smoothie using simple ingredients. Packed with nutrients and over 40 grams of protein, it’s easy to make and super thick and creamy.
If you love a good high protein beverage, try my carrot smoothie, oatmeal smoothie, or protein coffee next.
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If you always thought you hated protein shakes, my protein smoothie recipe will be a game-changer. It’s easy to make, and it actually tastes like a smoothie. No gritty, fake-sugary aftertaste here!
Why I love this recipe
- Endlessly customizable. I’m starting off with the classic strawberry smoothie, but of course, I tested plenty of different flavors for you to try as well (see in my variations section).
- Made in seconds. Just add everything together and blend until smooth. That’s all she wrote!
- 40+ grams of protein. Making it the perfect post-workout drink or grab-and-go breakfast.
- Perfect taste and texture. Smooth and creamy, with a bright, fruity flavor, like all good smoothies should be.
Key Ingredients
- Milk. I typically use unsweetened almond milk, but you can use any type of milk.
- Greek yogurt. For texture and added protein. I like to use plain and unsweetened yogurt because the other ingredients will add sweetness.
- Frozen banana. I highly suggest using frozen bananas instead of fresh bananas so the smoothie stays cold and creamy. If you’re freezing your bananas, don’t forget to peel them first!
- Frozen strawberries. Again, use frozen if possible.
- Protein powder. I used bourbon vanilla whey protein powder, but use any protein powder you prefer. The only one I don’t recommend is casein powder, which will make your smoothie too thick.
- Almonds. For texture, fiber, and healthy fats.
How to make a protein smoothie
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1- Blend. Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Step 2- Serve. Pour into your glass and decorate with toppings of your choosing.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Make it vegan. Use plant-based protein powder (I prefer pea protein) and fermented coconut yogurt.
- Don’t have frozen fruit? Add one cup of ice cubes.
- Sneak in more protein. Add a scoop of collagen powder or a few tablespoons of oats. Don’t worry, you won’t be able to taste it!
- Play around with different mix-ins. Like peanut butter, chia seeds, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, or honey.
- Make a fruit smoothie bowl. Reduce the milk and blend until combined (I’ve also found a food processor does a good job of this). Don’t forget the protein granola!
Flavor variations
I’m a sucker for a strawberry smoothie, but of course, I experimented with a few flavor swaps, so you can switch things up! Simply omit the strawberries in place of additional ingredients.
- Orange. Add one peeled orange and swap the milk for orange juice.
- Mango. Add one cup of frozen mango.
- Spinach. Add one cup of fresh baby spinach.
- Blueberry. Add one cup of frozen blueberries.
- Chocolate banana. Use chocolate protein powder and omit the extra frozen fruit.
- Cherry. Add one cup of frozen cherries.
Of course, you can transform my chocolate protein shake, peanut butter protein shake, or coffee protein shake into a protein powder smoothie by adding some fruit.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, if you want to make two smoothies, simply double the ingredients. If you notice the smoothie being too thick, add water or milk and blend again.
Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 small banana frozen
- 1 tablespoon almonds or almond butter
- 1/2 cup strawberries frozen
Instructions
- Add the almond milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, almonds, and frozen strawberries into a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a glass and enjoy.
Strawberries and banana go really well together.
They sure do!
This is my favorite protein smoothie because it tastes like an actual smoothie. I love the chocolate banana one.
Thanks, Elina!