[Protein Smoothies: The Best Homemade Lean-Protein Shakes for Post-Workout Recovery]

[Protein Smoothies are the perfect quick boost after training. This delicious, easy recipe delivers a creamy blend of lean protein, fruit, and greens that tastes great and fuels recovery. It’s the kind of homemade smoothie you’ll come back to again and again as your go-to post workout fuel.]

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"Hey food lovers! So glad you're here. This Protein Smoothie is my go-to after training—creamy, fast, and the whole family loves it. It fuels recovery without weighing you down. Gather our ingredients: you'll need unsweetened almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, vanilla whey protein powder (or plant-based), half a frozen banana, frozen berries, chia seeds, peanut butter, ground flaxseed, optional spinach, ice, and vanilla extract. Now for the fun part: add milk and yogurt, then protein; toss in banana, berries, greens optional, chia, flax, PB; add vanilla; blend with ice until silky. If too thick, splash more milk; if too thin, a little ice. Pour into two glasses, garnish with berries. I can't wait for you to try this one!"

🥘 Ingredients:

• 🍲• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 🍲• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat)
• 🍲• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (or plant-based protein)
• 🍲• 1/2 medium frozen banana
• 🍲• 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
• 🍲• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 🍲• 1 tablespoon natural peanut butter
• 🍲• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
• 🍲• 1 cup spinach leaves (optional)
• 🍲• 1/2 cup ice
• 🍲• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Step 1: Add almond milk and Greek yogurt to the blender, then add the protein powder.
2. Step 2: Toss in the frozen banana, frozen berries, spinach (if using), chia seeds, flaxseed, and peanut butter.
3. Step 3: Add vanilla extract (if using) for extra flavor.
4. Step 4: Top with ice and blend on high until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: If the shake is too thick, add a splash more almond milk and blend again; if too thin, add a pinch more ice or a little yogurt.
6. Step 6: Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired.
7. Step 7: Pour evenly into two glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a few berries if you like.

💡 Pro Tips:

• 🧂• For a thicker smoothie, use extra frozen banana or a bit more ice; for a lighter version, increase the almond milk.
• 🧂• To boost post-workout recovery, add a scoop of collagen peptides or swap in dairy-free yogurt and protein powder for a 100% dairy-free option.
• 🧂• Make-ahead tip: portion ingredients for two servings into resealable bags and freeze; in the morning, blend with fresh almond milk for a quick smooth breakfast.
• 🧂• If you prefer more greens, add another handful of spinach or a few kale leaves; the flavor remains mild and the color stays vibrant.

📊 Nutrition Information (per serving):

254.5

Calories

22.4g

Protein

20.5g

Carbs

9.5g

Fat

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