Easy Blender Bottle Recipes Without Protein Powder
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High protein smoothie recipes are a great way to get vital protein into your diet, in an easy, tasty, drinkable package.
I like to whip up a high protein smoothie in the morning and know that I am starting my day off with a belly full of fruit and a decent chunk of my necessary protein intake sorted for the day!
There are all different flavours and ingredients you can use, as well as many different ways to add protein to your smoothie.
This compilation contains some of the best high protein smoothies we have ever tried, so it's a good starting point!
High protein smoothies: protein sources
We have only included protein smoothies without powder in this compilation, preferring to stick to all natural protein sources.
Protein powder can be a great help if you need to bulk on protein, but it can also be very processed and full of weird ingredients, so we're sticking to natural protein powders where possible.
In high protein smoothies made without protein powder, the protein can come from various sources. Yoghurt is a big one, as greek yoghurt contains 10g protein per 100g, plus it helps make your smoothie all creamy-dreamy. Try this mango and coconut smoothie!
Nut butters are also popular – 2 tbsp peanut butter contains about 9g protein. You could also use almond butter, like in this delicious almond banana smoothie. Nut butters are a good option for vegans!
Protein smoothies to build muscle
Protein is often spoken about in relation to muscle building, with this idea that the more protein you eat, the more muscle you will gain.
It's not untrue, but it's also not quite that simple!
You need to make sure you are getting enough protein, particularly if you lead a very active lifestyle or are trying to build muscle
Protein is a fundamental building block of all muscle, so if you're trying to build extra muscle, you definitely need to make sure you are getting enough protein.
If building muscle is your goal then you want to aim for 1.6-2.2 grams of protein per kg of body weight, as this seems to be the sweet spot for muscle growth.
Protein smoothie recipes for weight loss
One reason you might want to try a high protein smoothie is if you are trying to lose weight.
Getting enough protein is super important for weight loss. Protein is very filling so eating protein rich foods has an appetite suppressing effect. This is helpful if you are trying to remain in a calorie deficit!
These are mostly high protein fruit smoothies so they are full of fibre too, which is also super filling!
Protein is also crucial to your body's general wellbeing and a lack of protein can leave you feeling weak and tired (and have more severe health impacts in the long term). Eating enough protein will help you feel at your best, whether that is while losing weight or not, so why not try a healthy breakfast smoothie for weight loss that is protein packed as well?
If you want to learn more about weight loss as a vegetarian, you should check out our vegetarian weight loss e-book. It shows you how to go about losing weight in the healthiest and most sustainable way possible.
16.9g protein per serving
A super healthy yet tasty summer smoothie. You won't even realise that you're eating spinach (or drinking it, smart arse).
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: Sally's Baking Addiction
28g protein per serving
There's a whopping 28 grams of protein in this chocolate peanut butter cup smoothie– no protein powders either!
Ready in: 2 minutes
Recipe by: Charlotte's Lively Kitchen
13.9g protein per serving
A quick, healthy, filling breakfast smoothie recipe – ideal for the morning rush. Can be served warm or cold, so perfect in any weather.
6.8g protein per servin g
Mango Lassi. One of the best tasting smoothies around. Simply delicious, and simply quick.
19.8g protein per serving
This avocado spinach smoothie is a high protein vegan breakfast inspired by Ben Greenfield – a nutrition and fitness expert, triathlon and Spartan Race competitor, as well as New York Times Bestseller! So I think we can trust that it's going to be pretty darn healthy!
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: EatGood4Life
13.4g protein per serving
A delicious tropical smoothie, full of goodness and plenty of protein.
11g protein per serving
Spicy Kiwi Banana Smoothie. A super simple and super healthy green and white spicy kiwi banana breakfast smoothie. High in vitamin C, fiber and potassium. Delicious and tasty.
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: Sally'sBakingAddiction
23g protein per serving
A thick, creamy, healthy smoothie reminiscent of your favorite childhood sandwich. With 23 grams of pure protein, it will keep you full for hours.
17.2g protein per serving
This healthy banana orange smoothie, with paleo, vegan and whole30 options, really benefits from the addition of avocado! It adds extreme creaminess and nutrition that you won't find in other smoothies. Perfect for brightening your dreary wintery days!
Ready in: 7 minutes
Recipe by: KiipFit
23g protein per serving
Turmeric Mint Protein Smoothie is a perfect post workout recovery smoothie. Its the creamiest anti – inflammatory beverage for the entire family and for all ages.
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: FitAsAMamaBear
16g protein per serving
A creamy, tangy, no-banana green smoothie recipe perfect to perk up your system. This easy green smoothie is protein powder-free and contains only real food ingredients.
Ready in: 6 minutes
Recipe by: AVirtualVegan
17g protein per serving
Do you love the idea of packing the green stuff into your smoothie but always dislike the taste? Then you need to try this Vegan Green Smoothie! It's stuffed full of healthy ingredients including spinach but is creamy, sweet & delicious!
Ready in: 3 minutes
Recipe by: TexanerinBaking
18.4g protein per serving
This healthy banana orange smoothie, with paleo, vegan and whole30 options, really benefits from the addition of avocado! It adds extreme creaminess and nutrition that you won't find in other smoothies. Perfect for brightening your dreary wintery days!
Ready in: 20 minutes
Recipe by: SkinnyTaste
16g protein per serving
Roasted strawberries in this protein packed smoothie brings out their amazing natural flavor, made with creamy cottage cheese and added chia seeds – what a great way to start the day!
Ready in: 10 minutes
Recipe by: OhSheGlows
17g protein per serving
Talk about a super charged meal in a glass! Hemp hearts are the major protein source for this drink. In addition to being a complete protein source, hemp hearts also contain the ideal balance of omega 3-6-9 fatty acids and are high in fibre. They work wonderfully to make this smoothie super creamy, all without needing any banana.
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: IowaGirlEats
15g protein per serving
Sunrise Smoothie is a fresh and healthy smoothie recipe to get any morning off to a good start!
Ready in: 5 minutes
Recipe by: ChocolateCoveredKatie
9.2g protein per serving
How to make the best thick, smooth, and creamy vegan eggnog recipe at home, with absolutely NO eggs or dairy required!
11g protein per serving
Blueberry Banana Protein Smoothie. A superior blueberry and banana smoothie with a huge protein kick! Try it, love it.
Try it right away 🙂
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 253 kcal
- 1 cup blueberries, frozen (fresh is fine too)
- 2 ripe banana (make sure they're soft and sweet! Keep some in the freezer like we do here)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz low fat cottage cheese (use regular if you prefer*)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp lemon zest
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Add all the ingredients to a blender, and grate in the lemon zest.
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Blend. Done!
IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE: well, this isn't our only awesome smoothie! Some of our very first recipes were smoothies – like this easy spinach and banana smoothie (that doesn't taste of spinach!). This yummy fitness mega smoothie is a firm favourite too!
*please note that we use low fat cottage cheese to keep the calories and fats a little lower. You can absolutely use regular cottage cheese, of course. Also, a 30g serving of a high quality whey powder should add about another 11.5g of protein per serving.
Nutrition Facts
18 Natural High Protein Smoothies (No Protein Powder)
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Organic Protein Powders
If you're after even more protein to add to your diet, here are some of the best powders we've found.
Orgain Organic Protein Plant-Based Powder. Vegan. Non GMO Soy, gluten and dairy free.
Naturade Vegansmart All-in-one Nutritional shake. Vegan. Non GMO. Soy, gluten and dairy free.
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey. No synthetic colors, flavors or sweeteners.
Jarrow Formulas Whey Protein, Natural. Flavourless, no artificial sweeteners or additives.
We hope you have enjoyed whizzing up some high protein smoothies. Let us know which were your favourites in the comments.
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