Mixed Berry Protein Shake
An easy berry protein shake made with frozen strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries blended with almond milk, vanilla whey protein powder, and flaxseeds.
Servings 1 serving
Calories 271kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- 1 cup frozen berry blend strawberries, raspberries and blackberries frozen berries
- 30 grams whey protein powder chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, or unflavored work great here
- 1 tbsp ground golden flaxseed or nut butter of choice
- 1 packet stevia *optional- honey, maple syrup, or 1-2 dates are great natural alternatives
- ½ cup ice or frozen milk cubes for a creamier shake
Instructions
- Add all ingredients in a blender in the order listed, blend, and enjoy.
Notes
*Protein amount varies depending on the type of protein powder used
- Use a high-power blender. To get that perfectly smooth texture, a high-speed blender (like a Vitamix or Ninja) has what it takes to break down the ice, frozen fruit, and seeds thoroughly, so you don’t end up with any gritty bits in your shake.
- Add sweetener strategically. If your protein powder is already sweetened (which most are!), you can skip adding sweetener. Blend first, taste, and adjust accordingly. That way, you don’t accidentally go overboard.
- Make it extra creamy. Using frozen berries and ice will result in a protein slushy of sorts. For a more cohesive, Frosty-like texture, try adding ¼ teaspoon of guar gum or xanthan gum to stabilize the liquids and create a thick, creamy texture without adding any extra calories or sugar. You can also freeze your milk of choice in ice cube trays and use instead of ice.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 151IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 432mg | Iron: 3mg