Powerhouse Banana Protein Smoothie
This powerhouse smoothie is packed with protein, potassium, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, healthy fats, and more! Whether you're looking for a meal replacement, meal add-on, or snack - this recipe is for you. It is thick, creamy, delicious, and toddler-approved! Makes 1 large serving, but could easily be split in half for a nutritious snack.
Servings 1 serving
Calories 436kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ripe or overripe banana (add more liquid if frozen)
- 1/4 cup frozen pineapple or avocado chunks
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- 1/2 cup non-fat, vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon honey, optional
Instructions
- Assemble all ingredients. Add ingredients to the blender, starting with bananas and water. Add flaxseeds, protein powder, pineapple chunks, and honey for most efficient blending.
- Blend until smooth. Serve immediately.
Notes
This smoothie is best when consumed immediately. Due to the bananas ripening, it does spoil easily.
This smoothie makes a large, filling portion and could possibly make 2 servings. If you want to decrease the carb content, use half of a banana.
Nutritional information is just an estimation and individual ingredients and preparation may cause variations.
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 436 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 4.4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat 0.6g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium 192mg | 8% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.6g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.1g | 29% |
| Total Sugars 38g | |
| Protein 34.5g | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 356mg | 27% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 611mg | 13% |
Nutrition
Calories: 436kcal