Fruity Protein Shake
Category:
Smoothie/beverage
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes
Yield: 1 Serving
Recipe By Chef: Paige Mountain
- Ingredients
- Directions
- Qualities
- Tips
- Nutrition
- Medical Disclaimer
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain, whole milk
- 1 cup high-protein milk (see tips/adjustments section)
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen fruit of choice
Directions
- Blend all ingredients together in a blender.
- Add filtered water as desired to thin texture.
- Serve right after blending or create frozen protein popsicles by freezing in popsicle molds.
Qualities
- Texture: Liquid/Thick
- Rating for Scent: 2/10
- Spice Level: 0/10
Tips
- Any brand of high protein milks will work well, however any milk can be used.
- Whole milk Greek yogurt is used for the calorie boost, however non-fat or leaner yogurts can be used as well; which would decrease fat content of recipe.
- Add water or additional milk/liquid as desired to create a thinner texture.
- Flavored yogurts can be used, though sometimes they can hide quite a bit of added sugar.
- Heavy cream can be added for a calorie boost.
Nutrition
Nutrition Content for 1 Recipe
- Calories: 359kcal
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Added sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
Medical Disclaimer
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