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High-Protein Smoothie Recipe

High-Protein Smoothie Recipe
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This High-Protein Smoothie is a delicious, nutrient-packed blend perfect for boosting your energy and supporting muscle growth. Combining creamy Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and cottage cheese with fresh fruit and seeds, it offers a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. Ideal for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or a nutritious snack, this smoothie can be customized to your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Base Protein Sources

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full fat or 2%)
  • 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup milk or soy milk (or oat/almond milk for less protein)

Flavor + Fuel

  • 1 banana (frozen for extra creaminess)
  • 1/2 cup frozen berries (blueberries or strawberries)
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
  • Dash of cinnamon or vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including Greek yogurt, peanut butter, cottage cheese (optional), milk of choice, banana, frozen berries, chia or flaxseeds, and your preferred flavoring such as cinnamon or vanilla extract.
  2. Combine in Blender: Place all ingredients into a blender, ensuring the frozen banana and berries are added last for better blending and texture.
  3. Blend Smoothly: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, resembling a caffeinated tornado swirling inside the blender.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Sample the smoothie and adjust the flavors and consistency as needed — add more banana for sweetness, extra peanut butter for richness, or additional milk if the blend is too thick.
  5. Serve: Pour the smoothie into your favorite oversized mason jar or glass, grab a straw, and enjoy immediately. Optionally, snap a photo for social sharing.

Notes

  • Using frozen banana and berries makes the smoothie creamier and chilled without needing ice.
  • Cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and extra protein but can be omitted for a lighter smoothie.
  • For vegan variation, use plant-based yogurt, plant milk, and nut butter.
  • The dash of cinnamon or vanilla extract enhances flavor without adding calories.
  • Adjust the thickness by varying the amount of milk or frozen fruit according to your preference.

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