Coco Banana Protein Smoothie (High and Low Calorie Options)
Are you a busy parent looking for a one-handed meal option? Or maybe you’re in need of a meal that can be taken on the go or made between meetings? This coco banana protein smoothie is a delicious sweet treat that has you covered. For an even quicker meal, prep it ahead of time in a plastic baggie and store in the freezer.
Best of all, this smoothie has a high and low calorie option to best fit your macro needs.
Keeping with our May theme of mamas, the high calorie option is great for those breastfeeding or busy chasing kiddos. It is packed with healthy fats and is an easy way to get in a balance of all three macro nutrients.
INGREDIENTS:
Higher Calorie Option
125g frozen banana
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2 tbsp (20g) hemp seeds
2 tsp cocoa powder
40g frozen avocado
2 tbsp (10g) oats
1.5 tbsp (15g) flax seeds
1-2 cup water (start at 1 cup an increase based on desired consistency)
Lower Calorie Option
100g frozen banana (can sub for frozen berries for lower carbs)
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2 tbsp (20g) hemp seeds
2 tsp cocoa powder
40g frozen avocado
1-2 cup water (start at 1 cup an increase based on desired consistency)
DIRECTIONS:
Add all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
If prepping ahead of time is desired, combine all ingredients into a container ahead of time and store in freezer until ready to blend.
Makes 1 serving
Nutrition (Higher Calorie Option):
Cals: 539 calories
Protein: 37g
Carbs: 50g
Fiber: 14g
Fat: 25g
Nutrition (Lower Calorie Option):
Cals: 395 calories
Protein: 33g
Carbs: 33g
Fiber: 8g
Fat: 18g