Springtime is upon us at last! This means that its time for a new round of healthy smoothie recipes. In the winter and fall, flavors like pumpkin and peppermint rule. Springtime calls for fruitier and more refreshing flavors. These healthy smoothie recipes will give you a good dose of nutrition, protein, and flavor!
Very Berry Strawberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition delicious strawberry protein powder
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
This is one of my favorite post-workout smoothies. It is refreshing and light, which is perfect for me as I am not starving after an intense workout!
Pineapple Upside Down Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition vanilla ice cream protein powder
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- .5 cup pineapple chunks-fresh or frozen
- 2 pitted cherries
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp imitation butter flavoring
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a cup.
- Top with light whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Enjoy!
This is one of my favorite healthy smoothie recipes. The sweet and tart combination just cannot be beat. I use this as a pre-bedtime snack because of the satisfying flavors! Plus, pineapple is great for muscle recovery!
Espresso Ecstasy
Ingredients
- 2 ounces espresso
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition coffee protein powder
Directions
- Add all ingredients to blender
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour over ice and enjoy!
Can you say HELLO? This is the perfect breakfast shake when paired with a piece of fruit or toast with PB. This will kick start your day with a hit of caffeine and protein!
Orange Cream
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition vanilla ice cream protein powder
- 1 cup light orange juice
- Ice
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Enjoy!
You know that orange creamsicle that was your obsession as a kid (or maybe still?), this shake is that times ten. Refreshing and high in protein!
Strawberry Rhubarb Greens
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 100 grams of canned rhubarb
- Handful of spinach- fresh
- 1 scoop Optimum Nutrition cake batter protein powder
- 1 cup water
Directions
- Add ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour over ice and enjoy!
Strawberry-Rhubarb might be one of my favorite combinations ever. Mix it with some spinach for a serious punch of health. This shake tastes like a strawberry-rhubarb cake, and it is to be savored at any time of day!
Wrapping Up
I am typically not much of a shake person, I prefer to eat my foods. However, sometimes the shakes come in clutch when you are in a hurry or need to satisfy a craving. Try these healthy smoothie recipes out and let me know what your favorite one is below!
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