The recipe for 28 protein smoothies with their benefits (part one)
Protein smoothies are a type of protein drink that helps building muscle, improve muscle function, and repair damaged muscles. In addition, consuming protein in a proper diet reduces appetite and increases the body’s metabolism; Therefore, if you are looking for weight loss and fat burning, do not neglect these protein drinks.
You can drink these delicious smoothies for breakfast to boost your energy at the beginning of the morning. Of course, consuming these drinks after physical exercises also restores the body’s energy and strength well, and in short, you can count on them whenever you feel tired and lack of energy.
In this article from Sunich, we have collected 28 protein smoothie recipes for you to have a complete set of recipes for these healthy drinks.
Apple smoothie
If you plan to do intense activities and heavy sports, do not neglect this simple and delicious smoothie. This drink is an excellent source of protein and the nutrients in it are well absorbed by the body and improve the level of physical and mental health.
Ingredients:
You can use this healthy smoothie up to 2 times a day, and the following ingredients are needed to prepare it:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Green apple | 1 |
Chopped almond | 4 |
Natural yogurt | 1 cup |
honey | 1 tablespoon |
How to prepare an apple protein smoothie includes the following steps:
First step: chop the apple and add it to the blender with yogurt and honey and mix for a few minutes.
Second step: Next, add the chopped almonds and mix the ingredients again.
As simple as that, the apple protein smoothie is ready to drink. In addition, if you don’t have enough time to make an apple smoothie, you can prepare Sunich’s apple and kiwi smoothie and enjoy it.
- Strawberry and mango smoothie
All the sugar in this smoothie is taken from the fruits in it and there is no added sugar. In addition, by drinking this smoothie, you will provide a considerable amount of useful antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to your body.
Ingredients:
To prepare this delicious blended smoothie, provide the following ingredients. Of course, instead of frozen fruits, you can also use fresh fruits.
Ingredients | Specific amount |
frozen strawberries | ½ cup |
frozen pineapple | ½ cup |
frozen mango | ½ cup |
Fat free milk | ½ cup |
unflavored Greek yogurt | ½ cup |
pitted dates | 2 |
Oat bran | 2 tablespoon |
How to prepare
Pour all the smoothie ingredients into the blender and pulse 2 to 3 times. When all the ingredients are well mixed, the smoothie is ready and you can pour it into your desired glass and enjoy it.
Also, if you are interested in the taste of strawberries in smoothies, we suggest that you try Sunich’s banana and strawberry smoothie.
- Protein smoothie with banana and chia seeds
Nitrate in beet increases blood supply to muscles. Chia seeds retain water in body cells and cause carbohydrates to be released in the body at a slower rate. Additionally, chia seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Ginger also works great in reducing oxidative stress and relieving muscle pain. The combination of these ingredients together make a great and energizing drink, which is a good choice for post-workout recovery.
Ingredients:
To prepare banana and chia seed smoothie, prepare the following ingredients:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Chopped beets | ¼ cup |
carrot | 1 |
Frozen banana | 1 small |
Chia seeds | 1 tablespoon |
milk | ½ cup |
Fat free Greek yogurt | 1/3 cup |
Protein powder | 1 scoop |
Ginger powder | ¼ teaspoon |
How to prepare
To prepare this delicious and healthy smoothie, follow the steps below:
First step: First, put carrot, beetroot, chia seed, banana, ginger powder and protein into the blender and mix.
Second step: Next, add milk and Greek yogurt and mix the ingredients for another 2 to 3 pulses until the smoothie is ready to serve.
- Protein smoothie with turmeric and mango
This smoothie is useful for athletes in many ways. For example; Turmeric helps to increase body resistance and reduce recovery time and is effective in improving sports performance. Linseeds contain omega-3 fatty acids that improve the metabolism of insulin and glucose in the body, and according to some research, it is also effective in increasing blood supply to muscles. The protein in peanut butter is useful for building muscle, and vitamins A and C in mango play an effective role in strengthening the body’s immune system and cell growth. Overall, choosing this smoothie is an excellent food choice for the muscle building process.
Ingredients:
Prepare the ingredients for this smoothie according to the following table:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Frozen banana | 1 |
Frozen mango | ½ cup |
Peanut butter | 1 tablespoon |
Milk | ¾ cup |
Protein powder | 1 scoop |
turmeric powder | ½ teaspoon |
linseed | 1 tablespoon |
How to prepare
Preparing this smoothie is very simple and it is enough to combine and mix all the mentioned ingredients in a blender with a few pulses and pour it into a suitable glass.
- Berry smoothie
This smoothie has simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, but it will send a lot of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals to your body; so, don’t neglect to make it.
Ingredients:
To prepare this simple and delicious smoothie, you can use strawberry, raspberry or blueberry according to your taste.
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Berries of your choice | 1 cup |
Milk | 2 cup |
Protein powder | 1 scoop |
How to prepare
To prepare a berry smoothie, put all the mentioned ingredients in a blender and pulse a few times until the smoothie is ready to drink.
- Protein smoothie with coffee and cinnamon
Dates and oats contain soluble fibers that reduce the speed of digestion and absorption of carbohydrates and blood cholesterol levels. These ingredients, with a protein source like milk and an energy source like coffee, make a great smoothie that will keep you full until noon if you drink it for breakfast.
Ingredients:
To prepare this energizing and muscle-building smoothie, prepare the following ingredients:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Cold coffee | 1 cup |
Petted dates | 4 |
Milk | 2 cup |
Oats | ½ cup |
Ice | ½ cup |
Cinnamon powder | 1/8 teaspoon |
Vanilla | 1/8 teaspoon |
How to prepare
Pour all the mentioned ingredients into the blender and pulse 2 to 3 times to create a homogeneous mixture. Now pour the smoothie into the desired glass and serve.
- Walnut and yogurt smoothie
Despite not using protein powder, this smoothie is rich in protein and contains a high content of probiotics and essential fatty acids. This nutritious drink helps to increase the body’s energy level and has an excellent effect on improving the digestive system.
Ingredients:
To prepare this protein smoothie, provide the following ingredients:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Walnut | 6 |
Raisins | 1 tablespoon |
Icelandic yogurt | 1 cup |
Vanilla extract | 1 tablespoon |
How to prepare
The steps to prepare a smoothie are as follows:
Step 1: Pour walnuts, yogurt and vanilla extract into a blender and mix until they become creamy.
Second step: Now add 1 tablespoon of raisins to the rest of the smoothie ingredients and pour it into a suitable glass.
- Beet and raspberry smoothie
Carrots, beets, raspberries, and apple juice are all antioxidant bombs on their own. In addition, they contain vitamins and minerals needed by the body; therefore, it is not surprising that after drinking this blended smoothie, you will feel fresh and energetic.
Ingredients:
To prepare this mixed drink, provide the following ingredients:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Beetroot | A medium one |
Carrot | A medium one |
Raspberry | ½ cup |
Apple juice | ½ cup |
Ginger powder | 1 teaspoon |
How to prepare
The steps for preparing beetroot and raspberry smoothie are as follows:
First step: Wash and peel the carrot. Then cut it into smaller pieces.
Second step: put beetroot, raspberry, apple juice and carrot pieces into the blender with ginger powder and pulse a few times.
Step 3: When the smoothie has a smooth mixture, pour it into a suitable glass and drink it.
- Banana and cocoa milk smoothie
Cocoa milk is a very useful drink for after sports training. This drink helps to build and repair body muscles, and the vitamin D in it has a positive effect on calcium absorption. In addition, the sodium and potassium in cocoa milk, B vitamins, compensates for the body’s lost electrolytes. In this smoothie, cocoa milk is placed next to other useful ingredients such as yogurt, banana and chia seeds to multiply its effect on muscle building.
Ingredients:
The use of spinach in this smoothie is optional and you can remove it from the recipe if you wish.
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Banana | 1 |
Peanut butter | 2 tablespoon |
Chia seeds | 1 tablespoon |
Cocoa milk | 1 cup |
Greek yogurt | 1 cup |
Chopped spinach | ½ cup |
How to prepare
To prepare this tonic drink, pour large pieces of banana and other ingredients into a blender and mix well. Now your drink is ready to serve and you can drink it.
- Protein smoothie with banana, strawberry and quinoa
This tasty smoothie is rich in protein, fiber and antioxidants. In addition, due to the presence of bananas, it is an excellent source of potassium, and the presence of strawberries also provides vitamin C; Therefore, this smoothie is an excellent choice for strengthening the immune system and building muscle.
Ingredients:
The ingredients for preparing this protein smoothie are as follows:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Banana | 1 large one |
Frozen strawberry | 2 cup |
Milk or almond milk | 1 cup |
Fat-free Greek yogurt | 1.5 cup |
Cooked quinoa | ½ cup |
Chia seeds | 1 tablespoon |
Honey | 2 tablespoon |
How to prepare
To prepare this healthy smoothie, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Peel the banana and cut it into large pieces.
Second step: Put the banana pieces with the rest of the ingredients in the blender and pulse 2 to 3 times.
Just like that, your protein smoothie is ready to serve. Pour it in a suitable glass and drink it.
- Blueberry and oat smoothie
This smoothie is a great choice for building muscle and you can use strawberries or raspberries instead of blueberries.
Ingredients:
Prepare the ingredients according to the table below:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Blueberries or other berries | ½ cup |
Cooked oats | ½ cup |
Greek yogurt | ½ cup |
Water | As needed |
Chia seeds | 1 teaspoon |
How to prepare
Put all the ingredients in a blender and add water until the smoothie has a smooth texture. After a few pulses, your delicious protein drink is ready to serve.
- Almond and coconut smoothie
If you do strength or resistance training, drink some of this nutritious smoothie before you start to feel the difference. The almonds and chia seeds in this drink are rich sources of protein, fiber and healthy fats that, along with cinnamon and coconut powder, maintain the body’s energy level for a longer period of time.
Ingredients:
The ingredients for preparing this healthy smoothie include the following:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Almond | 15 |
Coconut powder | 1 to 2 tablespoon |
Chia seeds | 2 teaspoon |
Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
Cold water | 1 cup |
Cinnamon powder | ¼ teaspoon |
Ice | 4 to 5 pieces |
How to prepare
Add almonds, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder and coconut powder to a blender and add cold water and ice cubes. Then pulse 2 to 3 times until the smoothie is ready to serve.
- Coffee and coconut milk smoothie
By drinking this delicious smoothie, you will increase your body’s energy and increase your metabolism. Drinking this smoothie for breakfast is really energizing.
Ingredients:
The ingredients needed to prepare this smoothie are as follows:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Cold coffee | 1 cup |
Coconut milk | ½ cup |
Protein powder | 3 tablespoon |
Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
Vanilla | 1 teaspoon |
Ice | 3 to 4 pieces |
How to prepare
To achieve this unique taste, just put all the ingredients in a blender and pulse 2 to 3 times. As simple as that, your protein drink is ready to serve.
- Hazelnut and peanut powder smoothie
If you are looking for a useful and energizing drink for muscle recovery after exercise, be sure to try this delicious smoothie. The protein content and other vitamins and minerals in this smoothie contribute to more body strength and muscle building power.
Ingredients:
Prepare hazelnut and peanut powder smoothie using the following ingredients:
Ingredients | Specific amount |
Hazelnuts | 10 |
Banana | 1 |
Peanut powder | 1 tablespoon |
Honey | 2 teaspoon |
Vanilla protein powder | 1 scoop |
Cold water | 1.5 cup |
How to prepare
To prepare this delicious smoothie, follow the steps below:
Step 1: Peel the banana and cut it into large pieces.
Second step: Put all the ingredients with banana pieces into the blender and pulse 2 to 3 times until the smoothie is ready to serve.