This healthy Green Protein Smoothie recipe is made with clean, nourishing ingredients like spinach, pineapple, banana, natural protein powder, Greek yogurt and honey. It makes an ideal post-workout shake or breakfast smoothie, because it is refined sugar-free and is so effortless to make. Learn how to make a homemade protein shake with this quick and easy recipe!
Green Protein Smoothie: A Perfect Anytime Shake
You are going to love this green protein smoothie recipe, because it is packed with nutritious ingredients and is so simple to make. It makes a protein-rich breakfast that will jump-start your day and will keep you feeling satiated all morning. It is also a perfect post-workout shake that will refuel your energy and help your muscles to heal after exercising.
The characteristic green color of this smoothie comes from adding two good handfuls of spinach. Spinach is a superfood, meaning that it is a nutrient powerhouse that is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as iron, Vitamin K, and Vitamin A.
Pineapple, banana, and honey naturally sweeten the shake so that it doesn’t even taste like you are consuming green vegetables. Finally, Greek yogurt and protein powder add good doses of protein.
How to Make a Green Protein Smoothie
To make this homemade green protein shake recipe, simply:
- Add all of the ingredients – water, Greek yogurt, honey, spinach, pineapple, banana, and protein powder – to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and serve immediately.
Pro Tip: When adding your ingredients to your blender, always add the liquid (in this case, the water) first near the blades. Doing this will help your blender to run a bit more smoothly whenever you are making a shake.
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More Protein Smoothie Recipes to Try
Looking for more protein shake inspiration? Here are some of my favorite recipes on the blog:
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake
- Banana Protein Shake
- How to Make a Homemade Protein Shake
- Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
- Vanilla Protein Shake
Are Protein Smoothies Good for Weight Loss?
Absolutely! As long as protein shakes are made with clean, junk-free ingredients, they are superb for weight loss. Protein shakes are a rich source of protein (hence the name), which is an important nutrient for weight loss because it boosts your metabolism, reduces your appetite, and helps you lose body fat without losing muscle.
Should You Drink a Protein Shake Before or After a Workout?
A number of studies show that protein helps your muscles to repair and rebuild after exercise. For that reason, many people drink protein shakes after their workouts to aid this process.
However, recent research suggests the amount of protein you consume per day is more important than when you consume it for gaining muscle mass. Therefore, you can choose which time you prefer or is most convenient for you. Personally, I always opt to have a protein shake after hitting the gym, but that’s just what works for me.
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If you make this Green Protein Smoothie recipe, let me know! Leave a comment with a star rating ★ below, because I love hearing from you! ♡
Green Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt
- Half a banana
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1 cup chopped fresh or canned pineapple
- 1 scoop plain (unflavored) protein powder
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender in the order listed.
- Blend until smooth and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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Its very delicious!
Thanks Beth! 🙂