3 High Protein Summer Smoothies
Pina Colada Smoothie
Servings:
Ingredients:
1 scoop unflavored or vanilla protein powder
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup ice
1/4 cup coconut cream
1/4 cup pineapple chunks
Top with coconut shreds, fresh coconut and pineapple wedge
Directions:
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness.
Pour into a glass and enjoy cold.
Nutrition:
Nutrition per serving:
Calories - 245
Fat - 16g
Protein - 17g
Total Carbs - 8g
Net Carbs - 7g
Green Goddess Smoothie
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or coconut water)
1 cup fresh spinach (or kale)
1/4 cup fresh cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro (optional for extra “goddess” flavor)
1 scoop unflavored or vanilla low-carb protein powder (optional)
A few ice cubes
Stevia or monk fruit sweetener to taste (optional)
Optional Add-ins:
1 tablespoon chia or flax seeds (adds fiber, slightly increases carbs)
1/2 teaspoon spirulina or matcha for a superfood boost
Directions:
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon juice as needed.
Pour into a glass and enjoy cold.
Nutrition:
Nutrition per serving:
Calories - 128
Fat - 4g
Protein - 17g
Total Carbs - 6g
Net Carbs - 5g
Low Carb Snickers Smoothie
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop chocolate peanut butter protein powder
1–2 teaspoons sugar-free caramel syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 avocado (for creaminess) – optional
Ice
Sweetener to taste (stevia, monk fruit)
Optional Toppings: (if you’re not strict keto)
Crushed peanuts
Sugar-free chocolate drizzle
Whipped cream
Directions:
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness or texture with more sweetener or ice.
Serve immediately, topped with crushed peanuts or chocolate drizzle if desired.
Nutrition:
Nutrition per serving:
Calories - 223
Fat - 9g
Protein - 27g
Total Carbs - 7g
Net Carbs - 5g