Description
A delicious and nutritious Raspberry Chia Protein Smoothie made with frozen raspberries, chia seeds, protein powder, and a creamy base of unsweetened almond milk and cottage cheese or yogurt. Perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack, this smoothie blends vibrant flavors with a smooth texture for a satisfying and healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Fruits
- 1½ cups frozen raspberries
- ½ frozen ripe banana, chunked
Protein & Seeds
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt or vegan Greek-style yogurt)
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
Instructions
- Prepare the blender: Pour 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk into your blender to create the base for the smoothie.
- Add frozen fruits: Add 1½ cups of frozen raspberries and ½ frozen ripe banana chunked into pieces to the blender for natural sweetness and fruity flavor.
- Add chia seeds and protein: Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds to boost fiber and omega-3s, then add ½ cup of cottage cheese or your choice of Greek yogurt or vegan Greek-style yogurt for creaminess and protein. Finally, add 1 scoop of vanilla or chocolate protein powder to enhance the protein content.
- Blend ingredients: Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency as needed—if too thick, add a splash more almond milk; if too thin, add extra frozen raspberries or a few ice cubes.
- Serve and enjoy: Pour the smoothie into your favorite glass or a to-go cup and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or vegan Greek-style yogurt for texture and dietary preference.
- Adjust the protein powder flavor to vanilla or chocolate based on your taste.
- For a thicker smoothie, use more frozen fruits or add ice cubes.
- Consume immediately for the freshest taste and optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Raspberry smoothie, chia seeds smoothie, protein smoothie, healthy breakfast, post-workout smoothie, almond milk smoothie
