Strawberry Banana Protein Shake

This healthy Strawberry Banana Protein Shake is rich, creamy, and bursting with natural sweetness. Enjoy it as a quick, on-the-go breakfast or as a satisfying post-workout snack.

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I like to think of smoothies as a multivitamin in a glass. I love a whole-foods approach to eating, and a healthy protein shake is a fantastic way to nourish your body with a host of essential vitamins and minerals. Other favorite smoothie recipes include this Banana Almond Butter Smoothie and this Blueberry Oat Smoothie. Check out all of our smoothie recipes for more inspiration.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• This fresh fruit smoothie recipe has the best flavor. All-natural and fresh with no dodgy ingredients.
• If weight loss is your goal, this filling vegan smoothie recipe can be a light meal replacement. It packs a whopping 22 grams of protein per serving to keep you full and satisfied.
• This recipe is both vegan and naturally gluten-free. Bonus!

Ingredients

Find the complete ingredient list, with measurements, in the recipe card below.

• Strawberries – Use fresh strawberries or frozen. Learn the best method how to store strawberries to preserve your bounty.
• Bananas – Frozen bananas are the secret ingredient to a super creamy smoothie. They transform into a soft-serve-like consistency mimicking ice cream but with all-natural sweetness instead of added sugar.
• Protein Powder – We highly recommend using Ora So Lean So Clean plant-based vanilla protein powder. It works well in all kinds of recipes, not just protein shakes. The clean ingredient label makes me happy.
• Unsweetened Almond Milk – This non-dairy milk is lower in calories and sugar than regular cow’s milk. 

Many vegan smoothie flavors might seem like they won’t be creamy without dairy, but there are lots of ways to get that silky texture without the milk. The key is using frozen bananas. Freezing the banana gives your smoothie a thick and creamy texture when it is added to the blend.

Equipment

• Blender – You can use a Nutribullet or a fancy high-speed blender like Vitamix or Blendtec. Whatever blender you have will work.

Instructions

Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the FULL recipe details.

Step 1

First, add the berries and frozen banana slices to your blender, then add a scoop or two of protein powder and almond milk.

Step 2

Then, blend the mixture to your desired consistency.

Thin it out with more almond milk or a touch of water if desired. Some love it super thick, and some prefer a thinner texture. You do you!

Step 3

Pour your frosty smoothie into glasses and enjoy.

This recipe makes two portions or one giant one. Again, you decide. You have the power! 😉

Substitutions

• You can use a variety of milk. Other plant-based options include coconut milk, oat milk, cashew milk, and hemp seed milk.
• Any berries will work in this recipe. Wild blueberries are also super delicious. We follow this guide on how to freeze blueberries every summer to preserve the bounty of seasonal berries.
• Frozen avocado works in place of banana for a creamy texture – it is definitely not as sweet, though.
• Use a plain protein powder and add a teaspoon vanilla extract instead.

Recipe Variations

• Add Greek yogurt to make this a super-charged high-protein smoothie. It adds extra protein and creaminess but will no longer be plant-based.
• Using chocolate protein powder gives this smoothie a whole new vibe. The chocolate flavor is delicious with strawberries and bananas.
• Make a tropical version using mango and coconut milk.

Serving Suggestions

• We love serving this for breakfast during the warmer months. It’s cool and creamy and has enough fuel to keep you going. Add a cup of vegan bulletproof coffee to supercharge your brain while you’re at it.
• Enjoy it post-workout to help rebuild those muscles.
• This protein shake is also a great option for a nutritious snack to get you out of the afternoon slump.

FAQS

Storage Tips

To Store: We recommend drinking your smoothies right away for optimum flavor, but if want to tote it with you, use a shaker cup. Keep the smoothie in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, and shake it well before drinking.

We don’t recommend freezing this recipe as the texture is pretty weird when thawed. Trust.

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**This recipe was originally posted on July 8, 2013. Updated on December 22, 2020, and again on June 12, 2024, with new recipe notes, writing, and photos.**

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