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protein green smoothie ingredients in a blender

Protein Green Smoothie

Jessica Stroup
This Green Smoothie with Protein Powder is a great addition to your morning breakfast routine. This healthy drink is packed with healthy whole food ingredients, ready in less than 5 minutes, and is nutritionally balanced enough to keep you full all morning! Plus a meal prep freezer option!  
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 326 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cups Spinach
  • 1 cups Kale
  • 1 /2 Banana peeled
  • ½ Apple cored and sliced
  • 1 cups water with ice
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice
  • 1 scoop vanilla whey protein or preferred protein powder

Instructions
 

  • Put all ingredients into the blender in order listed above.Blend
  • Start blending at low speed. Increase speed to high once the spinach and kale start blending. Blend for 1 minute or until smooth.
  • Pour and enjoy!

Notes

About Protein Powders:

While this recipe calls for 2 scoops of protein powder, it's important to follow the recommended amount on your particular brand.  The goal is to have about 20g of protein per serving. 
Protein powder is an easy addition to smoothies. For this smoothie, a plain or vanilla flavored protein powder works best. Simply add the recommended serving size, usually 1-2 scoops to the blender, and blend up with the rest of your ingredients.
Not all protein powders are created equal and there are tons on the market. It can be had to know which one to pick. My recommendation is to look for a clean-food protein powder that meets your dietary needs and tastes good.

Storage

Smoothie will keep in the refrigerator for 1-2 days as long as the lemon juice has been added. 

Meal Prep/Freezer Option

Wash, dry, and chop your fruits and vegetables then portion them out into freezer-friendly containers or bags. Then, place your bags into the freezer until ready for use. When you’re ready to make a smoothie, simply take the frozen fruit and veggies out of the bag, add them to your blender, add your ice water and orange juice, and blend. No need to thaw before blending!

Nutrition

Serving: 1SmoothieCalories: 326kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 30gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 1171mgFiber: 6gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 9747IUVitamin C: 123mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Green Smoothie, Protein Smoothie
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