Berry Blast Protein Smoothie
A vibrant and delicious homemade berry protein smoothie that combines tart frozen berries, creamy protein powder, and healthy fats for a filling, nutrient-packed morning or post-workout drink. Naturally sweetened, smooth, and easy to customize.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder whey or plant-based
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or oat/regular milk
- 1/2 frozen banana optional
- 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter/sunflower seed butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 handful spinach optional
Instructions
- Pour almond milk into your blender first.
- Add protein powder, almond butter, and frozen banana in that order.
- Top with frozen mixed berries last.
- Blend on high for about 60 seconds until smooth and vibrant purple.
- Adjust consistency by adding more almond milk (2 tbsp at a time) if too thick or more berries/ice if too thin.
- Taste and add vanilla extract or stevia if additional sweetness is desired.
Notes
Substitute fresh berries plus 1/2 cup ice if frozen berries unavailable.
Try variations such as adding tropical fruits, cocoa powder, or doubling spinach for different flavors and nutrition.
Smoothies best consumed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; shake before drinking.
For nut-free, use sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 8g
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