This high protein green smoothie recipe is packed with 30 grams of complete protein to help support a weight loss or wellness goal.
Introducing the Citrus Green Protein Smoothie.
This smoothie recipe was designed to work as a break-fast or lunch, making meal prep on busy days a breeze.
It’s loaded with quality sources of protein, fat and fiber to help boost satiety and prevent hunger and sugar cravings.
The ingredients were also specifically picked to support gut health and body recomposition goals.
Key Ingredients
Skyr Yogurt
Skyr is an even higher protein version of yogurt than greek yogurt. It’s similar in texture to greek yogurt, although it tends to be a bit thicker. Depending on the brand, you can expect around 30 grams of complete protein from just 1 1/4 cups skyr.
Skyr is naturally low in lactose, making it a great option for those who are lactose intolerant.
Fermented dairy products are also rich in an incredibly important vitamin called Vitamin K2. This is different from vitamin K1 (found in plants). Vitamin K2 helps promote heart and bone health by removing calcium from the arteries and putting it in the bones.
Skyr is also rich in a natural source of gut healthy probiotics.
Ginger
Ginger is a gut health powerhouse. It’s one of the only foods found to stimulate the gut cleaning pathway (called the MMC). It’s also been used historically for centuries as a tool to combat nausea or an upset stomach. Ginger also tastes incredible in a smoothie!
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Equipment Needed
- Blender
How To Make This Recipe
Step 1: Add all ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth. Feel free to add ice if you prefer your smoothie a little more thick.
Step 2: Optional to top your smoothie with a teaspoon of bee pollen for a little crunch and added perks.
Storing and Meal Prep
You can pre-blend this smoothie the night before and stash it in a sealed glass mason jar in the fridge. Just give it a quick shake before you’re ready to drink it. If you’re adding bee pollen, make sure to wait until after shaking the smoothie to top it.
Ingredient Swaps
- Skyr: Swap in full-fat greek yogurt or plant-based greek style yogurt.
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Citrus Green Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 10 ounces water
- 3/4 cup whole milk skyr
- 1 scoop Autumn's Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- 1/2 cup frozen spinach
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower rice
- 1 inch fresh ginger peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Optional to top with bee pollen.
Equipment
Nutrition
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I love starting the day with this one, the ginger and pineapple is super refreshing