Vanilla Berry Protein Smoothie
This vanilla berry protein smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with protein from vanilla whey and Greek yogurt. Made with strawberries and blueberries, it blends up in minutes and works perfectly for breakfast, post workout fuel, or a quick healthy snack.
Why You’ll Love This Vanilla Berry Protein Smoothie
- High in protein but still tastes like a smoothie, not a shake
- Thick, creamy texture with no banana needed
- Comes together in minutes with simple ingredients
- Easy to adjust for sweetness, thickness, or calories
- Works great for breakfast, post workout, or a quick snack
Recipe Tips
- Use frozen berries for a thicker smoothie without extra ice
- Start with less liquid and add more as you blend to control thickness
- Plain Greek yogurt keeps the sugar lower if your protein powder is sweet
- Blend the liquid and protein powder first to avoid clumps
- Taste before serving and adjust sweetness if needed
Protein Smoothie Variations
- Lower Sugar: Use plain Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk
- Extra Creamy: Add 1/4 avocado or a few ice cubes
- More Filling: Blend in 1 tablespoon chia seeds or oats
- Dairy Free: Swap Greek yogurt for a dairy free vanilla yogurt and use plant milk
- Mixed Berry: Add raspberries or blackberries for a deeper berry flavor
Vanilla Berry Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add everything to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust liquid for thickness.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Estimated, per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 5g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 22g
FAQ: Vanilla Berry Protein Smoothie
Absolutely. Frozen berries make the smoothie thicker and colder without needing ice.
Yes. It provides protein for muscle recovery and carbs from fruit to refuel energy.
Use frozen fruit, reduce the liquid, or add more Greek yogurt.
Add more milk or water a little at a time while blending.
Yes. Banana adds natural sweetness and extra creaminess.
No, but it adds protein and thickness. Regular yogurt or dairy free yogurt also works.
This smoothie has about 35 to 40 grams of protein, depending on the ingredients used.
Raspberries, blackberries, or mixed berries are great substitutes.
Yes. Water works, but milk or almond milk adds creaminess and flavor.
Usually no. The fruit and vanilla protein powder provide enough natural sweetness.
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