Are you on the hunt for a delicious and nutritious post-workout breakfast smoothie? If you’re a fitness enthusiast, you’ll love this high-protein banana smoothie recipe that can help you reach your fitness goals. This smoothie is packed with essential nutrients to nourish your body and promote recovery after your workout. Plus, creamy oat milk adds a touch of indulgence that makes this smoothie a real treat for your taste buds. Don’t hesitate to try it and start reaping the benefits of this delicious and nutritious smoothie!
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Why you’ll love this Smoothie
It`s
- Fresh
- Creamy
- Loaded with Flavour
- Made with fresh bananas
- Vegan
- Gluten-Free
- Oil-free
- High-Protein
- Dairy-free
- Soy-free
- A quick healthy on the go breakfast option
- High in Fibre
- Made in 2 minutes
Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast is essential for setting the tone for a healthy and productive day. And what could be better than a protein-packed smoothie that only takes a minute to make?
What I like about this quick and easy banana protein smoothie is that it is a perfect post-workout drink to help you refuel and recover after a tough session at the gym.
Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, it provides a healthy and satisfying start to your morning routine. So why not try this quick and easy recipe and enjoy the benefits of a delicious and nutritious breakfast? You will love the taste! If you’re wondering about raw spinach, check out my article:
Can I eat raw Spinach?
Ingredients
.A complete list of ingredients, measurements, and instructions can be found in the RECIPE CARD below.
- Oat Milk
- Rolled Oats
- Protein Powder
- Banana
- Spinach
Ingredient Notes
- Organic oat milk: Nowadays you can find this in most supermarkets, saying this, it is important to understand the ingredients that go into vegetable milk.
- Make sure they only contain water and oats. Some vegetable milk, such as flavored almonds or oat may contain added sugars to enhance their taste. Others contain thickeners such as carrageenan or xanthan gum to improve their texture and shelf life. Others might have vegetable oils or artificial flavors and colors. If your budget allows it, go for organic brands.
- Whole Oats: Flattened into flakes. They are made from oat groats, whole oat grains with the outer husk removed.
- Protein Powder: One of the protein powders I like to use is a triple combination of “pea, hemp, and carob power) The carob powder gives it a chocolatey taste. You can find the brand I use on Amazon through the link.
- Banana: Use a mature banana.
- Raw Spinach: A handful of raw spinach
Recommended Tools
- A blender
Step 1: I previously soaked the oats in milk overnight in the fridge. This helps with digestion. Have all the ingredients ready for making the smoothie.
Step 2: Add the oats followed by the oat milk, peel, and add the banana. Finally, add the protein powder and raw spinach.
Step 3: Blend all the ingredients until thick and creamy, then serve. It is that easy!
FAQs
Why should I soak the oats overnight?
Overall, soaking oats overnight can be a simple and effective way to improve their nutritional value and make them easier on your digestive system.
Can I add other ingredients like berries or nuts to this recipe?
Yes, you can customize this recipe to your liking by adding other ingredients such as berries, nuts, or seeds.
Can I use a frozen banana instead of a fresh banana?
Yes, you can use frozen bananas instead of fresh bananas, giving the smoothie a thicker and creamier texture.
What are the benefits of using raw spinach instead of cooked spinach in this recipe?
Raw spinach is a good choice for this recipe as it retains more of its nutrients than cooked spinach, but you can use cooked spinach if you prefer. See my article, Can I eat raw spinach?
Why put protein powder in smoothies?
One effortless approach to boost your protein consumption throughout the day is by incorporating protein powder into your smoothies. I personally experience a longer-lasting feeling of fullness when I increase my protein intake in my diet this way.
Substitutions and Variations
Oat milk: You can substitute the oat milk with almond, soy, coconut, or rice milk. Remember that the smoothie’s flavor and consistency may change slightly.
Plant-based milk: If you don’t have oat milk or any other type of milk, you can use water as a base for your smoothie.
Spinach: If you don’t have spinach, use kale, chard, or other leafy greens instead.
Protein powder: If you don’t have protein powder, you can use soya Greek yogurt, silken tofu, or nut butter as a protein source.
Banana: If you’re allergic to bananas or don’t like their flavor, you can substitute them with frozen mango, pineapple, berries, or peaches.
Storage Tips
The protein-powered banana smoothie can be kept in the refrigerator for up to four days. If you decide you would like to freeze the smoothie, you can freeze the smoothie for up to 3 months. However, it’s important to note that the texture and flavor may change slightly after freezing and thawing.
When you’re ready to enjoy the smoothie, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight or for several hours at room temperature. You may also need to give it a good shake or stir before consuming it, as some separation may occur during freezing.
Spinach: If you don’t have spinach, you can use kale, chard, or other leafy greens instead.
Protein powder: If you don’t have protein powder, you can use Greek yogurt, silken tofu, or nut butter as a protein source.
Banana: If you’re allergic to bananas or don’t like their flavor, you can substitute them with frozen mango, pineapple, berries, or peaches.
Top Tip
Why not prepare all the ingredients the night before and store them in separate containers in the fridge? In the morning, simply add the ingredients to your blender and blend until smooth. This will save you time and make your morning routine easier, especially if you’re always in a rush before your workout. Plus, storing the ingredients separately will help preserve their freshness and flavor.
Recipe
Protein Power Banana Smoothie
Equipment
- 1 Measuruing Jug
- 1 Blender
- 1 Weighing Scales
Ingredients
- 500 ml Organic Oat Milk
- 25 grams Organic Oats
- 10 grams Protein Powder
- 1 Mature Banana
- 1 Cup Raw Spinach
Instructions
- To aid digestion, I soaked the oats in milk overnight in the fridge. Now that the oats are ready, I have all the necessary ingredients prepped and ready to blend into a delicious smoothie.
- To make the smoothie, start by adding the oats and oat milk to the blender. Next, peel and add the banana, followed by the protein powder and raw spinach.
- Blend everything together until smooth and creamy, and enjoy your nutritious and delicious Protein Power Banana Smoothie!
Notes & Suggestions
Nutrition Profile:
The Nutritional information is an estimate and has been calculated automatically per serving
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Fantastic, easy to follow, quick healthy recipes.
Glad to hear you like them Amanda!
Easy to follow recipes healthy and nutrisus
Glad you like it Lisa!
Looking forward to making this. I’m always searching for a nutritious after workout smoothie that’s high in protein. The banana smoothie recipe sounds delicious.
So glad you like it! It really is a filling and refreshing smoothie, many more on the way.
Thank you Debbie! I am glad you have found a nutrious smoothie that you like.
This looks so good! Very detailed and easy recipe 🙂
Pleased you like it! Thank you!
Loved this! I feel like I always add too much or not enough banana and it throws off the texture completely. Having an exact recipe to follow helps so much!
This is nice an sweet and very filling. Great on the go breakfast.
Glad you enjoyed it Diana.
I’m back on my fitness routine for the summer and I’m loving this healthy protein packed banana smoothie. I prefer almond milk to oak milk so I’ll make that change to the recipe, and hopefully it will taste the same.
It`s a perfect smoothie Rosemary for after your workout. Especially as it is high in protein.
Enjoyed this for breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Quick, easy and delicious; easily, a new favorite recipe!
Thank you for making the recipe Sara, so glad you enjoyed it!
I make a green smoothie for lunch almost every day. I will have to add this to my rotation soon. 🙂
Me too Carrie, have several green smoothies, would love more time to get them up on the blog.
Love this Protein Power Banana Smoothie recipe, looks delicious and very easy to do it. Definitely will make it for my daily smoothie list. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Thank you Elisa! It really is an easy smoothie to make. Pleased I have inspired you to make it.
I tried this high-protein banana smoothie after my workout and it was fantastic! The combination of banana, oat milk, and protein-packed ingredients made it both delicious and satisfying. It’s the perfect way to refuel and recover after a tough workout. Highly recommend giving it a try!
Thank you Sangeetha for sharing your experience with the high-protein banana smoothie! You hot the nail on the head, it really is fantastic post-workout option. The natural sugars in bananas provide a quick source of energy, while the protein helps repair and build muscles after a tough workout.
A great recipe to get the day started off right.
Thank you Gina, glad you liked it!
Love the colour of this. Such a great way to up your protein intake.
Thank you Dannii, it certainly is
This smoothie was so sweet and tasty!
Thank you Katherine for trying out the recipe, glad you liked it
I am always on the lookout for smoothie recipes. Perfect for post-workout meals. Great lunch on hot days.
It`s also perfect as a lunch as it`s extremely filling. Thank you Gloria!
I’ve been looking ways to add more protein to my diet, so I’m glad I came across this recipe. The banana gives it a delicious flavor. Thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome Elizabeth! I’m glad you found the recipe helpful in your quest to add more protein to your diet. It’s true that finding delicious and nutritious ways to incorporate protein into meals can be a great step towards meeting your nutritional goals.