Protein Smoothie Recipes

I've been in love with protein smoothies lately and thought I would share a few of my favorites.  Smoothies are great because you can control what goes in them, they fill you up. and they are great for meal replacements or snacks.  I've been using "Pure Protein Vanilla Creme" for my protein powder and it's fabulous!

Apple Pie Protein Smoothie (taken from www.muscleandfitnesshers.com)
@275 calories depending on the type of protein powder used
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 cup raw, peeled, chopped apple
2 tsp. walnuts
2 tsp. flaxseed
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 cup cold water
7 large ice cubes

Banana Oatmeal Smoothie (taken from www.chiquitabananas.com)
@350 calories depending on the type of protein powder, oatmeal, and yogurt used
1 whole banana
1 cup ice
3 tbsp. of greek yogurt (honey or vanilla)
1/4 cup of cooked oatmeal
3 tsp. of almonds or unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop of protein powder

Blueberry Banana Smoothie (taken from www.thegraciouspantry.com)
@200 calories depending on the type of protein powder and milk used
3/4 cup frozen, unsweetened blueberries
3/4 cup raw spinach, tightly packed
1/2 banana
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk

Coffee Protein Shake (taken from www.fitisthenewblack.com)
@200 calories depending on the type of protein powder used
2 handfuls of ice
1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
1/2 frozen banana
1 cup brewed coffee
1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
Truvia (as/if needed)

And if you just don't feel like making one, Smoothie King has a new smoothie out that is quite similar, give it a try!

Smoothie King:  Lean 1 Smoothie (chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry)
@275 calories depending on the flavor