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a banana pineapple protein shake with whipped cream, cherries and a lime wedge
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Tropical Banana Pineapple Protein Shake

This Banana Pineapple Protein Shake blends almond milk, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, pineapple, whey protein, and key lime juice for a creamy, tropical treat.
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 318kcal
Author Amee

Ingredients

  • ½ cup frozen pineapple
  • ½ frozen banana
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice (coconut milk is great here too!)
  • 5.3 oz vanilla zero-sugar Greek yogurt I use Chobani
  • 30 g vanilla protein powder I use Puori bourbon vanilla whey protein
  • 1 tbsp key lime juice I use Nellie & Joe's Famous Key Lime Juice
  • 1 oz unsweetened pineapple juice
  • ½ cup ice cubes *adjust for desired consistency

Instructions

  • Add the milk, pineapple juice, and key lime juice to your blender, followed by the Greek yogurt, protein powder, frozen pineapple, frozen banana, and ice. 
  • Blend on high for 30-60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until the mixture is smooth and creamy. 
  • Adjust consistency for personal preference, if needed. If it’s too thick, splash in a little extra milk and blend again. If it’s too thin, blend in additional frozen pineapple, banana, or ice.
  • Pour the shake into a tall glass, add a straw, and enjoy it right away while it’s cold and creamy.  Top with whipped cream and fruit garnish of choice, if desired.

Notes

  • Blend ingredients in the correct order. Always start with liquids at the bottom, then add yogurt and powders, and top with frozen fruits and ice. This reduces wear and tear on your blender blades, allowing them to catch and blend everything more efficiently.
  • Don’t overdo the ice. The frozen fruit in this recipe is key to a thick, frosty protein shake without needing a ton of ice (which can water down the flavors). Stick to the recommended amount of ice or skip ice altogether and replace it with extra frozen fruit to avoid an icy, gritty texture. 
  • Use a high-powered blender. A NutriBullet, Vitamix, or similar high-speed blender will give you the silkiest, smoothest banana pineapple shake. If using a standard blender, you may need to blend a little longer and pause to scrape down the sides to ensure everything blends smoothly. 

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 0.5mg