Amazing 5-Minute Fix: The Smoothie That Actually Keeps You Full
This is a hearty, protein-packed smoothie designed to keep you full and energized for hours. We fixed the common watery, unsatisfying smoothie problem with the right balance of ingredients for a creamy texture and lasting satiety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 cup frozen spinach
- 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender.
- Start blending on low, gradually increasing the speed to high.
- Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more almond milk until your desired consistency is reached.
- Pour immediately into a glass and enjoy your long-lasting breakfast.
Notes
- For extra fiber, add 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed.
- Adjust the amount of frozen fruit to control the thickness. More frozen fruit makes it thicker.
- If you prefer a sweeter taste, add 1/2 a small frozen banana or 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 15mg