Green Protein Shake

Aug 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A tall glass of thick, creamy green protein shake with a straw, a few of its fresh ingredients beside it

A refreshing green protein shake with spinach, banana, and vanilla, packed with nutrients and smooth creamy texture. Perfect for a quick nutritious boost.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Yield 1 shake

Diet —

Ingredients

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shake

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)unsweetened almond milk
1.0 scoopvanilla protein powder (about 20–25 g protein)
1.0 (120.0 g)frozen banana
1.0 cup (30.0 g)fresh baby spinach leaves
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes

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Instructions

Place the almond milk, vanilla protein powder, frozen banana, fresh baby spinach, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, with no visible spinach leaves remaining.
Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding a small amount of honey or maple syrup, then blend briefly again.
Pour the shake into a tall glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana to add creaminess and natural sweetness without extra sugar.
For stronger vanilla flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of extract.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make green protein shake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 large shake.

How should I store green protein shake?

Best enjoyed fresh. If needed, keep refrigerated and consume within 24 hours, stirring before drinking.

Can I make green protein shake ahead?

You can prepare the ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge for quick blending in the morning.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 20–25 g protein). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A refreshing green protein shake with spinach, banana, and vanilla, packed with nutrients and smooth creamy texture. Perfect for a quick nutritious boost.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

288 Calories / serving

5.3g Fat

35.5g Carbs

26.2g Protein

18.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~288 cal · 5g fat · 36g carbs · 26g protein · 19g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 288 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 54 min·3.2 mi·~6300 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 39 min·2.0 mi·~3900 steps
Moderate cycling 29 min·5.8 mi
Swimming laps 40 min
Jogging 28 min·2.3 mi·~4500 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 47 min
Bodyweight circuit training 29 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 67 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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