Protein shake recipes: Tasty Nutritious Shakes and Smoothies
- josephplatt1979
- Jun 29, 2022
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 8, 2023
Protein shake recipes
Protein is an essential macronutrient for every person on the planet, as protein is used in nearly every cell in our body. It helps repair and build your body's tissues, allows metabolic reactions to take place and coordinates bodily functions like hair growth, skin growth and bone growth.
We also need protein for building of muscle, getting stronger and getting into shape.
So there’s is no disputing that protein plays a vital role for our health and we must make sure we get enough
Not everyone can consume enough protein from just food alone and that’s why we can rely on shakes and smoothies to meet our nutrition needs. The positives about protein shake recipes is that they only take a few minutes to prepare, are very tasty, keeps you on point with your nutrition and allow you know exactly what is in the drink your consuming.
You can count on a protein shake or smoothie to be a meal if your breakfast, lunch or tea just isn't going to happen. Some people have very busy lives and adding a smoothie or shake will have you knowing your getting all the goodness and nutrition you need on the go.
Shakes and smoothies are nutritious boosters that add antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, and are great for breakfast, snacks, and pre- or post-workout.
But before you start loading up your blender, there are a few things you should keep in mind when it comes to building the best shake or smoothie.
Always use whole fruits and vegetables as part of your shake or smoothies and don't use juice. There are lots of juices that come with a lot of sugar and lack that fibre, which is oh-so-important to feeling full. You can include some leafy greens to add to your drink to add fibre and bulk, to keep you feeling full.
Protein shake recipes
These proteins shake recipes do not require lots of ingredients and are packed in over 20 grams of protein per serving. They are low in calorie, tasty and take less than 2 minutes to make. Just add them all to a blender or smoothie maker and your good to go.
Banana & strawberry protein shake recipe
2-3 scoops of low-fat Greek yogurt
2 scoops of protein powder
1 banana
45 strawberries
1 tablespoon of sweeter
3-4 ice cubes
Coffee & Vanilla Protein Shake Recipe
½ cup cold stewed black coffee
½ cup vanilla milk
2 scoops protein powder
1 table spoon of sweetener
3 or 4 ice cubes
Oat Protein Shake Recipe
¼ cup dry oats
2 scoops protein powder
½ teaspoon of cinnamon
1 teaspoon of maple syrup
1 ½ cups of almond milk
3 or 4 ice cubes
Gingersnap Protein Shake Recipe
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops Protein powder
1/2 banana, peeled, sliced and frozen
1 tablespoon of sweetener
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3-4 ice cubs
Banana & Nut Protein Shake Recipe
1 ripe banana
1 cup almond milk
Handful of almonds
1 scoop protein powder
3 or 4 ice cubes
Mint& banana choc Protein Shake Recipe
1 frozen banana
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
Berry Protein Shake Recipe
2-3 table spoons of low-fat Greek yogurt
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
10 raspberries
3 strawberries
10 blueberries
3 ice cubes
Strawberry & Vanilla Protein Shake Recipe
2-3 tablespoons of low-fat Greek yogurt
2 scoops protein powder
3 ice cubes
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 frozen banana
4 frozen strawberries
Apple & Kale
2 scoops of Protein powder
1 almond milk
1 cup raw chopped kale
1 mini chopped cucumber
1 small chopped green apple
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Peanut Butter Shake
1 cup of almond milk
2 scoops protein powder
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter
3-4 ice cubes
Spinach, Kiwi and Chia Seed Shake
1 ½ cup of almond milk
1 cup packed spinach
1 ripe kiwi, peeled and chopped
2 scoops protein powder
1 Tablespoon chia seeds
3-4 ice cubes
Creamy Chocolate Shake
1 cup of almond milk
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 Tablespoons low fat Greek yogurt
1 table spoon of sweetener
Peanut Butter and Jelly Shake
1 frozen banana
1 cup almond milk
2 Tablespoons smooth peanut butter
6 frozen strawberries
2 scoops protein powder
Cherry Almond Shake
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops protein powder
½ cup frozen cherries
2 Tablespoons almond butter
3-4 ice cubes
Carrot Cake Shake
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops protein powder
2 shredded carrots
¼ cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons low fat Greek yogurt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Key Lime Pie Shake
2-3 tablespoons low fat Greek yogurt
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops protein powder
1 Tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon of sweetener
3-4 ice cubes
Vanilla Chai Shake
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
¼ cup brewed, chilled tea
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of cinnamon
3-4 ice cubes
Pinch of chia seeds
Hawaiian Sunrise Shake
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops protein powder
1 banana
½ cup pineapple
5-6 strawberries
2 tablespoons low fat Greek yogurt
Tablespoon of sweetener
3-4 ice cubes
Chocolate Chip Cookie Shake
1 cup almond milk
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
¼ cup dry oats
¼ teaspoon butter flavour
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
3-4 ice cubes
A tablespoon chocolate chips
Tablespoon of sweetener
Coconut shake
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
3-4 ice cubes
2 scoops of protein powder
Chocolate Brownie Shake
1 frozen chopped banana
¼ cup coffee, chilled
¾ cup almond milk
2 scoops chocolate protein powder
2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tablespoon chocolate chips
BOTTOM LINE
Protein smoothie recipes and protein shakes recipes can be one of the best ways fill up on important nutrients and prove healthy snacking can be delicious. The high-protein smoothies and shake recipes above can serve as a meal if you are busy or do not have time to prepare a meal and they can be made in minutes.
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