Simple banana protein shake
This simple banana protein shake is a delicious, healthy way to refuel your body after a hard workout. It’s also ideal when you need a quick, nutritious breakfast on the run.
Smoothies and shakes are a very convenient way to quickly and easily replenish the protein your muscles need to grow and repair.
This is my basic ‘go-to’ protein shake, and I’ve added a couple of simple suggestions for optional extras.
If you’re like me and sometimes you need the act of chewing solid food to completely satisfy your hunger, then grab a handful of nuts or a boiled egg to eat with your smoothie.
There are so many ways to change the flavour and add extra nutrients, it’s really up to you to experiment and discover your favourites.
Here are a few simple ideas to try:
- a teaspoon of chia seeds or hemp seeds
- a teaspoon of cacao powder
- extra fruit like berries, mango or peach
- a teaspoon of ground flaxseed
- a handful of nuts or pumpkin/sunflower seeds
- a teaspoon of açai powder or maca powder
You will need to use a blender if you want a really smooth shake, but it’s not absolutely necessary.
And if you’re on the go, just carry your dry ingredients in a small container or re-sealable bag. Add your milk to a shaker bottle and then mix your shake when it’s convenient.
Make sure you try these smoothies from the blog too
- This one’s perfect for your first smoothie
EASIEST EVER GREEN SMOOTHIE
- During cold and flu season
IMMUNE BOOSTING SMOOTHIE
- For a refreshing post workout recovery drink
STRAWBERRY AND WATERMELON SMOOTHIE
- Add more vegetables to your diet with this one
BEETROOT AND CARROT SMOOTHIE
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BANANA PROTEIN SHAKE RECIPE
Ingredients
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1 banana, roughly chopped
- 1 tsp peanut or almond butter
- 1 cup milk of your choice
Optional extras
- ½ cup strawberries, roughly chopped OR
- 1 tbsp cacao powder OR
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Add the protein powder, banana, peanut butter and milk to a high speed blender.
- Add any optional extras, like strawberries, cacao powder or seeds.
- Blend again until smooth and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition per Serve
NUTRITION NOTE
Nutrition information should be used as a guide only
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