High Protein Green Protein Smoothie

Fuel your day with this High Protein Green Protein Smoothie, a nutrient-packed blend that’s as delicious as it is energizing! Perfect for breakfast or a post-workout snack, this smoothie combines fresh spinach leaves, creamy Greek yogurt, and a scoop of vanilla protein powder to deliver an impressive dose of protein and essential nutrients in every sip. A touch of natural sweetness from a banana, omega-3-rich chia seeds, and a dollop of peanut butter for satisfying healthy fats make it a well-rounded treat. Balanced with refreshing almond milk and ice, this green protein smoothie is ready in just 5 minutes and serves two, making it a quick and convenient way to boost your energy while staying on track with your health goals. Whether you're looking for a high-protein snack, a low-sugar drink option, or a green smoothie to power your busy mornings, this recipe ticks all the boxes for flavor and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups spinach leaves
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 medium banana
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon peanut butter
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 4 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Add 2 cups of fresh spinach leaves into your blender.

Step 2

Pour in 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk.

Step 3

Peel the banana and add it to the blender.

Step 4

Add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder.

Step 5

Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds for added fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.

Step 6

Scoop 1 tablespoon of peanut butter into the blender to enhance the smoothie with healthy fats and flavor.

Step 7

Add 1 cup of Greek yogurt to increase the protein content and create a creamy texture.

Step 8

Place 4 ice cubes in the blender to chill the smoothie and create a refreshing drink.

Step 9

Blend all the ingredients on high speed for about 60 seconds or until smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Taste the smoothie, and if needed, add a little more almond milk for a thinner consistency or more ice cubes for a thicker texture.

Step 11

Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the best taste and nutritional benefit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	585.8

Total Fat 17.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 23.0mg	0%
Sodium 428.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 936.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1324.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 35.9%