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High-Protein Strawberry Banana Smoothie

A thick strawberry banana smoothie made with milk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter. About 28 g protein without protein powder, or 53 g with a scoop of whey.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 large smoothie (about 2½ cups)
Course: Breakfast, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 432
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2% milk 240 ml, or soy milk
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt 140 g
  • 1 medium banana about 118 g, sliced and frozen
  • 1/2 cup strawberries about 75 g, fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter 16 g
  • 1 scoop protein powder about 30 g, optional for extra protein
  • ice cubes a few, if using fresh fruit

Method
 

  1. Pour the milk into the blender first, then add the Greek yogurt, peanut butter and protein powder if using.
  2. Add the frozen banana and strawberries on top, plus a few ice cubes if your fruit is fresh.
  3. Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, until completely smooth and thick. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
  4. Taste and add a splash more milk if it is too thick. Pour into a large glass and drink right away.

Notes

Nutrition is for the smoothie without protein powder. A 30 g scoop of whey adds about 113 calories and 25 g protein.