Protein Green Smoothie

Get your daily protein in a tasty way along with your greens with my protein green smoothie!

It’s packed with goodness and it’s so easy to make.

Protein Green Smoothie

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Boost your protein intake with this green smoothie, packed with nutrients and flavor. Explore the recipe on my blog today!

• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 1

Ingredients

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• 1 cup spinach
• 1/2 avocado
• 1 cup frozen mango chunks
• 1 scoop vegan protein powder (see notes for a powder-free version)
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 cup almond milk

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Instructions

• To a high-speed blender, add the avocado and spinach first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
• Blend for 3-4 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy.
• Serve and drink it immediately!

Notes

*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!

• Author: Ella Waterworth
• Prep Time: 2 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 minutes
• Category: Smoothie
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 smoothie
• Calories: 395
• Sugar: 23.4g
• Fat: 16.4g
• Carbohydrates: 38.1g
• Fiber: 12.5g
• Protein: 29.6g

Why You Will Love This Protein Green Smoothie

• Nutrient-Dense: This smoothie is a powerhouse of nutrition. You get a significant amount of your daily protein needs, along with essential vitamins and minerals from the greens and fruits. It’s an efficient way to consume a wide array of nutrients in one go.
• Satisfying and Filling: Thanks to the high protein content and the healthy fats from the avocado, this smoothie is particularly filling. It can serve as a breakfast or a satisfying post-workout meal that keeps you full for hours.
• Easy to Make: Like most smoothies, this one is very simple to prepare. Just toss all the ingredients into a blender, and blend. Voila, you have a nutritious meal or snack ready in minutes.
• Tasty and Refreshing: The natural sweetness of the mango makes this smoothie delicious and refreshing, masking the taste of the spinach nicely.
• Versatile: You can easily customize this smoothie to suit your taste or dietary needs. For example, you can swap the mango for another fruit or avoid using protein powders.
• Healthy Hydration: The ingredients in this smoothie, particularly the fruits and vegetables, provide hydration in addition to their nutritional benefits, making it a great choice for starting your day or replenishing fluids after exercise.
• Rich in Fiber: The chia seeds and avocado contribute to fiber, making this smoothie high in fiber. A serving of this smoothie contains 12.5g of fiber!

If you enjoy this smoothie, I recommend that you also try my 300 calories protein green smoothie and my broccoli green smoothie.

Recipe Variations And Notes:

Need to swap a few ingredients or want to elevate it more? Try some of my suggestions below:

No Protein Powder Version

• Use Yogurt: Swap the protein powder for 1/2 cup of yogurt.
• Use Cottage Cheese: Swap the protein powder for 1/2 cup of cottage cheese.
• Vegan No Protein Powder Version: use 1/2 cup of drained silken tofu. Trust me, you cannot taste the tofu in the smoothie!

Add-Ins:

• Nutty Version: Add a tablespoon of nut butter. I have tested almond butter, and it worked wonderfully. 
• Sweeteners: If you like your smoothies sweet, add a teaspoon of maple syrup.
• More Fruits: Add another type of fruit, such as 1/2 cup of frozen berries of choice, or more tropical fruits.

Swaps:

• The Base: Instead of almond milk, swap it for another plant milk or use coconut water instead.
• The Mango: Use frozen bananas instead of mango, or other fruit you like instead.
• The Spinach: Can be replaced for kale if you prefer kale protein green smoothies.

Recipe Equipment:

The smoothie recipe has worked well with all my different blenders and models. 

If you own a blender not listed above, I strongly believe you should be able to successfully make this smoothie recipe with it.

Recipe FAQS:

• Is This Smoothie Suitable For Kids? 
  • Yes, the smoothie is suitable for kids. I do recommend that you add a source of extra sweetness though. Like a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup!
• Can I Make This Smoothie Ahead of Time?
  • I recommend that you consume the smoothie as soon as it’s blended, since the longer it sits out, it thaws and the texture changes.
• Can I Freeze This Smoothie?
  • Yes, you can! Pour the smoothie into an ice cube tray or freezer-safe containers. Once frozen, you can transfer the smoothie cubes into a freezer bag. When you’re ready to enjoy, simply blend the smoothie cubes with a little almond milk to achieve the desired consistency. 

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