I am currently on a shake/smoothie kick and let me tell you, I’ve concocted one that can’t be beat! This particular protein shake is great for a quick breakfast to fuel your morning, or awesome as a post-workout meal. Don’t let the spinach or flaxseed scare you away – this filling, nutrient-dense shake is comparable to a dessert (and no I’m not just saying that). I mean, how can you go wrong with a chocolate, peanut butter and banana combo?! Tasty as it is healthy, this is a recipe you won’t want to pass up!
What you need:
- 1 banana
- 1 c. almond milk (I like unsweetened vanilla)
- 1/2 c. quick oats
- 1 scoop chocolate whey [or your choice of] protein powder
- 2 tbs. chunky peanut butter OR almond butter
- 1 c. spinach
- 1 tbs. ground flaxseed or flaxseed oil (chia or hemp seed are also great options)
- handful of ice
- pinch of cinnamon
- 1 packet Starbucks VIA instant coffee (optional)
Blend all ingredients. Makes approximately one 16-oz serving. Enjoy!
Love it! I make a smoothie with flaxseed and spinach every morning!
I’m so glad I found your blog!
peace&love, Jill
Favor the Brave
I am glad you found it, too! Thanks for reading, Jill! :-)
I love smoothies as well, great way to start a day! Thanks for sharing this recipe :)
I’ve been looking to get more into smoothies and shakes, and I can’t wait to try this one! Pinning it now! :)
Thanks for sharing it, Catherine! :-)
This sounds amazing! I’m not a huge fan of fruit smoothies/shakes, so this sounds really good to me. Can’t wait to try it!
Do you have a favorite smoothie blender or do you use a regular ol’ blender?
I just use a cheapo one from Target that is around $20. I would love to invest in a higher quality one though now that I’ve started using my blender more often! :)
yummers! sounds like a great breakfast! banana and pb are my go to breakfast staples!