This Strawberry Protein Shake is a great go-to protein shake recipe for your healthy toolkit. Learn how to make this fool-proof smoothie to increase your daily protein.

While I do have many protein shake recipes, this Strawberry Protein Shake has got to be one of my favorites! It's strawberry, it's simple, and it is so easy.

And you guessed it - we add cleanish Brand Plant-Based Protein Powder to this flavorful shake to give it an extra tasty boost of protein powder that we know is clean and additive free.

In This Post You'll Find:

Watch Me Make A Strawberry Protein Shake
Are Protein Smoothies Good For You?
Benefits of This Strawberry Protein Shake
What's In This Strawberry Protein Shake?
Strawberry Protein Shake
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Watch Me Make A Strawberry Protein Shake

Are Protein Smoothies Good For You?

Generally, protein smoothies (also known as protein shakes) are good for you. They're a quick and efficient way to get a good dose of protein. Combining muscle-supporting protein plus other ingredients (like fruits and veggies, all high in fiber) makes it a great choice. Protein shakes also decrease your hunger pangs and appetite.

Top down view of a bowl of frozen strawberries.

Benefits of This Strawberry Protein Shake

When you drink this protein shake, here's what you can expect to happen...

Your body will absorb sugar at a slower rate: When you drink a regular shake that's mixed with fruit, sure, you'll get that nutrient boost, but your blood sugar also rises. Adding protein powder slows down the absorption of the sugar AND prevents a blood sugar spike.
You'll feel satiated for a longer period: Protein shakes are literally called meals on the go! They're packed with all the necessary nutrients, especially when adding fruits or veggies. Protein shakes also stabilize our hunger hormone!
Recover from workout-related muscle damage: Studies show that protein smoothies actually enhance whole-body protein balance and recovery after an intense workout.

What's In This Strawberry Protein Shake?

This strawberry protein shake contains...

1. Unsweetened Almond Milk

If you want to reduce the amount of sugar you consume in your drink, I recommend that you use unsweetened almond milk. Not only is it naturally low in calories but it's also rich in good fats. It's an excellent source of vitamin E which is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects your body from free radical damage. Ay milk of choice will work for this recipe, however.

2. Greek Yogurt

To be honest, strawberries don't exactly give you the same texture as bananas. But adding greek yogurt will make the smoothie creamy, high in protein, and will keep you full. Discover more surprising benefits of Greek Yogurt in this post.

top down view of Strawberry Protein Shake ingredients

3. Vanilla Protein Powder

Some people actually use strawberry protein powder for their shakes but I personally like to add the actual fruit. So to give my shakes that vanilla taste, I opt for vanilla protein powder instead, which can also boost the flavor of your shake.

4. Raw Honey

I swear raw honey is such an underrated superfood. It is loaded with essential nutrients such as calcium, copper, iron and magnesium which do wonders for your protein-packed drink. Gives your shakes some sweetness, too.

5. Strawberries

Last but not least, the star of the shake...strawberries! They're already in season, rich with extra vitamins. Strawberries are also good for the digestive system due to the fiber. Trying to eat more fiber? Discover The Top 21 Foods High In Fiber! However, any frozen berries will work for this recipe. If you don't have frozen berries, just add fresh berries and ice.

Strawberry Protein Shake

Lacey Baier

This Strawberry Protein Shake recipe is easy to make and delicious.

5 from 4 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings smoothie

Calories 304 kcal

Equipment

Vitamix

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Ingredients

▢ ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
▢ ½ cup full fat Greek yogurt
▢ 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
▢ 1 teaspoon raw honey
▢ 1 cup frozen strawberries or mixed berries, if you prefer
▢ 3-6 ice cubes I use 5, depending on how thick you like your shakes

Instructions

Starting with the almond milk, place all the ingredients into a blender. Depending on your blender's settings, first start by chopping up the ice and frozen strawberries, followed by pureeing the mixture to create a smooth, even consistency.
In order to get your preferred consistency, you can also start by not adding any ice, following the other steps above. Once all other ingredients are mixed together, slowly add the ice, mix and then test. Continue to add more ice cubes until the desired consistency is met.
If too thick, you can add some more almond milk, little by little. If not sweet enough, add a little more honey.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 shakeCalories: 304 kcalCarbohydrates: 21.6 gProtein: 31.7 gFat: 9.1 gSaturated Fat: 5.2 gCholesterol: 19.2 mgSodium: 154.9 mgFiber: 3.7 gSugar: 15.7 gVitamin C: 63.5 mgCalcium: 350 mgIron: 1.3 mg

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