Choc Protein Smoothie

Since running my first half marathon back in May, I have continued with long distance running. As weird as it may sound, I actually really like it!

As a consequence though, I have started making some informed changes to my diet. Long distance running can be quite depleting for the body. This protein smoothie is almost a meal. It is a great post long run recovery drink and seriously tastes so good!

Choc Protein Smoothie

Ingredients:
Protein Smoothie

  • 125mls water
  • 1 banana frozen
  • 2 tablespoons whole almonds
  • 2 teaspoons cacao powder
  • 30 grams vanilla protein powder*

Method:
Chop frozen banana. If you want to freeze bananas specifically for protein smoothies like this, I have found it best to peel the banana first then either wrap it in aluminum foil or place them in a freezer bag.

Protein Smoothie
Add all ingredients to the Soup and Co or blender.

Blend on Ice function (or slow function) for 30 seconds

Blend on speed 2 on blender function (slightly faster speed) for 30 seconds.

Then blend on maximum speed for one minute.

Protein Smoothie
Enjoy!

* Only add protein powder to your smoothie if it has been recommended to you by a your health professional. I am not a dietitian and while additional protein has been recommended for me, it may not be appropriate for you – please check first.

Choc Protein Smoothie
 
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Recipe type: running
Ingredients:
  • 100mls low fat milk
  • 1 banana frozen
  • 2 tablespoons whole almonds
  • 2 teaspoons cocoa powder
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder*
Method:
  1. Chop frozen banana. If you want to freeze bananas specifically for protein smoothies like this, I have found it best to peel the banana first then either wrap it in aluminium foil or place them in a freezer bag.
  2. Add all ingredients to the Soup and Co or blender.
  3. Blend on Ice function (or slow function) for 30 seconds.
  4. Blend on speed 2 on blender function (slightly faster speed) for 30 seconds.
  5. Then blend on maximum speed for one minute.
  6. * Only add protein powder to your smoothie if it has been recommended to you by a your health professional. I am not a dietitian and while additional protein has been recommended for me, it may not be appropriate for you - please check first.