Protein Fruit Smoothie

I love making smoothies full of fruit and by adding protein powder keeps me full and energized. The combination of the ingredients gives it the perfect amount of sweetness with amazing texture.

Make this smoothie for a delicious breakfast or an afternoon snack. Try these other easy variations – Mango Protein Smoothie and Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Shake with simple ingredients.

Why This Recipe Works

Smoothies can be made in a variety of ways. You can easily make them with fresh fruit or frozen fruits. Add in vegetables and other healthy fats to make the smoothie loaded with healthy benefits.

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Ingredients

• Vanilla Protein Powder – You can also make this with chocolate protein powder.
• Greek Yogurt – Use plain or vanilla for added sweetness
• Milk – Choose from cow’s milk, Kefir, soy milk, or unsweetened almond milk

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe.

Variations Ideas

• Protein Powder – Make this smoothie with pea protein or whey protein powder.
• Mixed Berries – Use strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, frozen banana, pineapple or mangos.
• Veggies – For added health benefits add in kale, spinach or cauliflower rice.
• Additions – Other additions that taste amazing in this smoothie recipe shredded coconut, granola, chia seeds, or flaxseeds. Peanut butter can also be added as well as nut butter or almond butter.
• Sweeter – If you prefer that the smoothie be sweeter, add in honey or maple syrup. You can add in a sugar substitute.

How to Make Protein Fruit Smoothie

Step 1 – In a blender, combine the vanilla protein powder, mixed frozen berries, Greek yogurt, and milk.

Step 2 – Blend on high until all the ingredients are well combined and the smoothie reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.

• Step 3 – Once blended to your preference, pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Smoothie Consistency – Adjust the quantity of milk based on your preferred consistency , more milk for a thinner smoothie, and less for a thicker one.
• Fruit – If you are using fresh fruit, you will need to add in ice to help with the consistency. You will only need a handful so that the smoothie blends easily.