My Favorite Protein Green Smoothie

Looking for a high protein green smoothie? This is my favorite.

This smoothie is packed with fiber-rich ingredients, such as dates, bananas, oats, spinach, seeds and almond butter. It can also be made high in protein thanks to soy milk, almond butter and seeds, plus the optional protein powder. This smoothie makes for a filling and nutritious breakfast.

This has been my go-to smoothie for years and I hope you will love it too!

Protein Green Smoothie FAQ:

What Can I Use Instead of Protein Powder?

If you prefer not to use protein powder, you can add an extra 2 tablespoons of hemp hearts. You will still get a balanced protein-rich smoothie thanks to the soy milk, almond butter and hemp hearts. This is how I tend to enjoy this smoothie.

For more ideas on how to add protein to smoothies without protein powder, check out this post.

Can I Make This Recipe Vegan?

This recipe is vegan when using plant-based protein powder. I recommend using your favorite vegan protein powder, ideally plain and unsweetened as to not affect the flavor of the smoothie.

Can I Make This Recipe Nut-Free?

Use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter to make this recipe nut-free.

Can I Make This Recipe Gluten-Free?

Use gluten-free certified oats as needed to make this recipe gluten-free.

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My Favorite Protein Green Smoothie

A plant-based high-protein green smoothie to keep you full for hours. This smoothie is packed with frozen bananas, seeds, soy milk, almond butter, spinach and optional protein powder. This smoothie contains around 30g of protein and 13g of fiber.

Course Drinks

Cuisine vegan, vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Servings 1

Ingredients

1 large banana, frozen
1/2 cup spinach
2 tablespoons rolled oats
1 Medjool date, pitted
1 tablespoon hemp hearts or chia seeds
1 tablespoon almond butter
1-2 tablespoons protein powder, unflavored and unsweetened
3/4 cup soy milk, unsweetened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-4 ice cubes, as needed

Instructions

Freeze the sliced banana overnight or for at least 12 hours.
Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth.

Notes

You can use sunflower seed butter instead of almond butter to make it nut-free. You could also use peanut butter, however I find it a bit too overpowering in this smoothie.

Feel free to use other plant milk in this smoothie instead of soy milk. Keep in mind that this will significantly reduce the amount of protein in this recipe.

You can try using other greens, such as kale. Spinach does have a milder taste, so if you’re new to green smoothies, you may want to stick with that.

Protein Powder: Use vegan protein if you want to keep this recipe plant-based. You can start with 1 tablespoon of protein powder, then increase as desired. I like using 2, but it can have a strong taste. The amount of protein will depend on the type and amount of protein powder you use.

Prefer to skip the protein powder? Try adding an extra 2 tablespoons of hemp hearts for more protein. You will still get a balanced smoothie with some protein from soy milk, almond butter, hemp hearts and a bit in the oats. This is most often how I make this smoothie.

The ice will make the smoothie thicker. Feel free to omit if for a thinner, less icy smoothie. The frozen banana will keep this smoothie cold.

If you make this protein green smoothie, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! And if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!

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Cerena says:

2019-03-05 at 4:28 pm

This was absolutely delicious! I got my wisdom teeth removed today, and was worried about finding foods that could be satisfying meals, as I'm currently in the "liquid food" post-op stage. This smoothie did the trick--it was tasty, not too overpowering in any of its flavors, and kept me full for hours! Love how it incorporates carbs, protein, and healthy fats.
- Unsweetened Caroline says:
  
  2019-03-07 at 6:40 am
  
  Hi Cerena! I'm so happy you enjoyed the recipe and that it helped while you were going through the post-op stage! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Have a great rest of your week!
Zafar Yaqoob says:

2024-11-17 at 7:14 pm

This protein green smoothie looks amazing! I love how it combines so many nutritious ingredients, and the balance of protein and fiber is perfect for a filling breakfast or post-workout snack. The tips for substitutions make it adaptable to different dietary needs, and I appreciate the flexibility in sweetness with the Medjool dates. I’m definitely going to give this a try—I love smoothies that keep me full for hours! Plus, it sounds like a great way to start the day without the sugar crash. Thanks for sharing!
- Nourished by Caroline says:
  
  2024-11-20 at 1:36 pm
  
  Thank you so much Zafar!