5-Ingredient Berry Protein Smoothie
- Emily Haller
Energize your day with this creamy, vibrant berry protein smoothie – a nourishing snack or breakfast option.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
- 1 cup (250ml) unsweetened soy milk
- ½ cup (125ml) cold water
- 1 cup frozen berry blend
- 1 medium banana
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
- 1 serving protein powder Check the label for the recommended serving size: 1 or 2 scoops
Place the ingredients into a blender. Suggest the following order: Start by adding your liquids (soy milk and water), followed by the banana and frozen berries, and finally the protein powder, peanut butter, and chia seeds.
Secure the blender lid and blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and consistent texture.
Pour the smoothie into a glass or container and enjoy!
Protein: When using a serving of protein powder that provides 21 grams of protein, along with the specified quantities of all the listed ingredients, this berry protein shake yields a total of 36 grams of protein for the full mixture. If you are splitting into 2 servings, the protein content will be 18 grams per serving. For over 18 grams of protein per serving, simply add an additional half serving of protein powder.
Fiber: When using a serving of plant-based protein powder that contains 6 grams of fiber, in addition to the specified quantities of all the listed ingredients, this berry protein shake provides a total of approximately 20 grams of fiber for the entire mixture. If splitting into 2 servings, the fiber content will be ~10 grams of fiber per serving. If you want to decrease the fiber in this shake, you can choose a plant-based protein powder with less fiber and/or leave out the chia seeds.