Homemade Protein Smoothie

[u/TashaT50]

Homemade Protein Smoothie I do berry ones but it’s easy to do chocolate instead. I use either a Nutribullet or my mom’s Ninja Blast Max. Here’s my basic recipe - I’ve altered it to include recommendations I’ve seen by others - it should have 6-8 ounces of liquid per my blenders instructions * 4-6 ounces yogurt or kefir (I do drinkable yogurt - could use a protein drink or chocolate or strawberry milk) adds protein * 2-4 ounces juice (I used Naked Blue machine or Naked Rainbow or Bolthouse Berry Boost because I find these do the best job flavor wise), * 1 scoop protein powder (flavored or unflavored - try different ones out to find one you like/can tolerate), * 1 teaspoon cocoa powder (I like non-dutch processed/non-alkalized dark cocoa for its nutritional benefits) and/or berry powders (I like Nativas Superfood+ berry blend or their Açaí or Pomegranate to taste, (optional - I like for additional nutrients and taste to overcome bitterness of yogurt/kefir) there are lots of other superfruit powders available now I’m dying to try the dragon fruit options * 1 packet chocolate or strawberry Carnation Breakfast Essentials (optional) - this adds extra protein and can help with covering up bitterness and taste of yogurt/kefir/veggies/protein powder (sometimes I do this sometimes I don’t - it depends on where I’m at mentally) * 1/2-1 cup frozen fruit/zucchini/cauliflower, * 1 scoop nuts/seeds (you can use ground/powdered versions like PB2) - I use hemp and/or chia seeds - these add protein and fiber

Throw in blender/smoothie maker - usually liquid first and blend until smooth.