Description
The Blackberry Banana Protein Smoothie is a delicious and nutrient-packed drink that blends fresh blackberries, ripe bananas, and protein powder to provide a natural energy boost with antioxidants, fiber, and muscle-repairing protein. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or as a healthy snack, this easy-to-make smoothie offers vibrant flavor and nourishing ingredients to fuel your body and brighten your mood.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
- 1 ripe banana, peeled
- 1 scoop protein powder (whey, plant-based, or collagen)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or preferred dairy-free alternative)
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess and probiotics)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for natural sweetness, if desired)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (for fiber and omega-3s)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (for thicker consistency and chill)
Variations
- A handful of spinach or kale (Green Boost)
- 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter (Nut Butter Twist)
- Coconut water or oat milk as dairy-free liquid base
- 1 teaspoon spirulina or matcha powder (Superfood Upgrade)
- Mixed berries or mango chunks instead of or with blackberries (Frozen Fruit Medley)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather fresh or frozen blackberries, peel the ripe banana, and measure your protein powder and almond milk or chosen liquid base.
- Blend Base Ingredients: Add blackberries, banana, protein powder, and almond milk into the blender. Include Greek yogurt and sweetener if using.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and well combined with no chunks remaining.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more almond milk. If too thin, add ice cubes or frozen fruit and blend again for a thicker texture.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy fresh for maximum flavor and nutritional benefits.
Notes
- Choose ripe bananas for enhanced natural sweetness and smooth texture.
- Use frozen fruits to chill the smoothie without diluting the flavor.
- If your protein powder is flavored (e.g., vanilla), reduce added sweeteners for balance.
- Start blending with liquids first to avoid clumps and help the blender work efficiently.
- Use fresh blackberries when possible for maximum antioxidants and vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (about 12 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 5mg