A creamy smoothie blending vanilla protein with spinach and banana for a nutritious green boost. Perfect for a healthy, protein-packed snack or meal replacement.
Vanilla Green Protein Smoothie
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A creamy smoothie blending vanilla protein with spinach and banana for a nutritious green boost. Perfect for a healthy, protein-packed snack or meal replacement.
Prep
7 min
Cook
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Total
7 min
Servings
1
Diet
Gluten free
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
- 1.0 mediumfrozen banana
- 1.0 scoopprotein powder
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (15.0 g)fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
- pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
- Add the frozen banana, fresh spinach, protein powder, pure vanilla extract, and sea salt.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
- Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes/frozen spinach if too thin.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use fresh spinach for best flavor and nutrition. Frozen spinach can be substituted but may affect texture.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make vanilla green protein smoothie?
Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make vanilla green protein smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
354
Calories / serving
8.6g
Fat
40.1g
Carbs
30.2g
Protein
25.7g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~354 cal · 9g fat · 40g carbs · 30g protein · 26g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 354 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 67 min·3.9 mi·~7850 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 48 min·2.4 mi·~4800 steps
- Moderate cycling 36 min·7.2 mi
- Swimming laps 50 min
- Jogging 35 min·2.9 mi·~5600 steps
- Stair climbing 33 min·~2950 steps
- Dancing 58 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 36 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 82 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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