Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie Recipe
A creamy and nutritious Blueberry Banana Smoothie packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout boost, this smoothie blends frozen wild blueberries, banana, oats, cottage cheese, peanut butter, and chia seeds into a delicious and satisfying drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Fruits
- ¾ cup frozen wild blueberries
- ½ frozen banana
- 2 dates (pits removed)
Dairy & Protein
- 1 ¼ cup 2% milk
- ¼ cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (Clean Simple Eats preferred)
Other
- ¼ cup old fashioned oats
- 2 tbsp heaping creamy peanut butter
- ½ tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Add all of the ingredients into a high-powered blender, ensuring the dates are included for sweetness.
- Blend: Pulse the blender for 30-45 seconds until everything is well combined and the dates are fully blended into the smoothie for a smooth texture.
- Serve: Pour into glasses and serve immediately cold with a thick straw for easy drinking.
Notes
- For a thinner consistency, add more milk or a splash of water.
- Use frozen fruits to achieve a chilled smoothie without adding ice.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more dates or a natural sweetener of choice.
- Use a high-powered blender to thoroughly blend the dates and oats for a smooth texture.
- Optionally replace peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor.
