5 High Protein Fruit Smoothie Recipes

Aren't protein smoothies the best?

They're easy, healthy, quick, and flavorful.  <--- All good things right there.

Plus, you can make your smoothie flavors interesting and fun, like Blueberry Muffin, Pink Power, and Oatmeal Raisin Cookie.

I mean, really. So good.

I'm also a big fan of how they can be enjoyed for breakfast, a meal, a snack, a pre-or post-workout meal, or even a dessert.

Tell me another easy, healthy, quick, and flavorful recipe that isn't a protein smoothie that can do that - you can't!

Watch Me Make High Protein Fruit Smoothies

So, today, I figured I'd share some of my new fave high-protein fruit smoothie recipes that I've been enjoying.  Because one thing is very true about smoothies: the flavor combos and endless possibilities.

We've got a PB&J, Fit + Slim, Chocolate + Coffee (yes, you read that right!), Green Machine, and a decadent Vanilla Cupcake Smoothie going on here right now.  And it makes me so happy.

How To Make Fruit Smoothies High In Protein

Never tried protein powder?  Think of it this way: If you love fruit smoothies, but feel hungry after just like 30 minutes, a great way to turn a smoothie into a full meal is to add in protein powder.  You're gonna love the protein smoothie.

Typically a serving of protein powder will add 15-30 grams of protein to your fruit smoothie, making it a more filling, well-balanced meal.

However, not all protein powders are created equal, and it can take some time and test to find what brand and/or flavor works best for you.  In my experience, there are characteristics to consider, like flavor, texture, quality/type of protein, cost, and so on.

I remember my first time trying a protein powder about 10 years ago -- it was AWFUL. It tasted and smelled just like chemicals with absolutely no good flavor.  I mixed it with water and it was chunky and clumpy and just gross.  Bleh.

Yes, even 10 years later, it still gives me the stink face it was THAT bad.

But, I kept experimenting with different brands, flavors, and types of protein. I also learned how you can hide a bad protein with a good smoothie.

This is also why I created Cleanish protein powder - because I don't think protein should taste like chemicals, and it should be good enough to drink just with water.

The trick is to have great ingredients in your delicious vanilla protein powder.

I love how each of these high protein fruit smoothie recipes is a different color and completely different flavor -- that way it feels like you're changing up what you're eating even though your body still gets tons of nutrients and deliciousness.  Plus different colors means different types of vitamins and minerals -- and you can't beat the natural sweetness that comes from adding fruit to your protein smoothie.

Eat the rainbow, right?

Making a protein fruit smoothie recipe is pretty simple. It’s important to have a good quality vanilla protein powder that is minimally processed, doesn’t have a ton of added sugar, and has a good taste.

I like Cleanish plant-based protein as a protein powder because there are no artificial sweeteners or colors. And if you’ve been following me for a while, you know that I quit sugar, so a powder that has few ingredients is important to me. 

You can read here for my Ultimate Smoothie Guide to see more details.

In a nutshell, I mix unsweetened almond milk, fruit, and a scoop of protein powder in my Vitamix blender. The result is a perfect consistency smoothie that is like a meal in a mason jar (my fave way to drink my smoothies)!

The Best Fruits

The great thing about protein fruit smoothie recipes is that just about any fruit works. I like using frozen fruit in my smoothies because you can skip adding ice. Try these fruits in your next smoothie to add that natural sweetness:

• Bananas
• Mangoes
• Strawberries
• Blueberries
• Raspberries
• Pineapple
• Melon

Veggies and other non-fruits can add a nutritional punch to shakes, too. Consider spinach, avocado, and kale for an easy green smoothie. Avocados, mangos, and bananas will especially help to give the smoothie a creamy texture.

Can I Make Them Ahead Of Time?

Smoothies can be made ahead and put in the freezer. In fact, I’ve got 7 Easy Make Ahead Smoothies that you can prep and store for up to 3 months. Pull them out of the freezer the night before and place in the fridge. In the morning, breakfast is served immediately! 

If you want to get more veggies and fruit into your day-to-day food intake, try prepping Smoothie Freezer Packs as a make-ahead meal or snack, too. 

You can make one of these High Protein Fruit Smoothies and leave it in the fridge for up to 24 hours without all of the nutrition leaving the mix, but I enjoy them best right out of the blender!

Tips For Making The Best Smoothies

So, the best thing about smoothies is that they can be packed with nutrition and easy to make. They are delicious, full of fiber, a great way to increase feelings of fullness, which can lead to weight loss, and have a great creamy texture. To make the best high-protein fruit smoothies ever, keep these tips in mind:

• Use unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice) to avoid added sugars
• Loading your blender in this order typically works best - liquid, not frozen veggies or fruits, greens if you are adding any, then the frozen fruits and veggies, and finally, the protein powder.
• If you find your smoothie to be too sweet, add lemon juice
• If the taste is too bitter, add pineapple, orange, or banana
• Natural sweeteners, like raw honey, dates, and pure maple syrup work great in smoothies
• Avocado can add creaminess to a smoothie
• The riper the banana, the sweeter the shake

The options for protein powder are plenty. Look for brands that are minimally processed and without added sugars or artificial sweeteners.

You can also get naturally-occurring protein sources other than protein powder.

Just add one of these yummy ingredients:

More Healthy Smoothie Recipes

If you can’t get enough of these delicious protein smoothies that are easy to make, yet so nutritious, try these!