PB & Blueberry Smoothie

(VG) Vegetarian

If you're looking for something sweet and refreshing (with added protein!) to drink, try out one of my favorite smoothie recipes. The blueberries and peanut butter complement each other well to give you that burst of flavor without breaking the caloric bank - Plus, you get some added fiber and protein while you're downing your dessert for the night!

Nutrition of Ingredients:

Blueberries

• high in fiber and vitamin C

• provides anti-oxidant properties

Peanut Butter

• high in healthy fats (Omega 3-ALA)

• provides additional protein

Chia Seeds

• high in fiber and healthy fats (Omega 3-ALA)

• aids digestion and satiety

Servings: 1

Calories / Serving: 362

Prep Time: 5 min

Macros / Serving

Carbs: 20.5g

Protein: 35.2g

Fat: 15.1g

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

• 1 scoop vanilla whey protein isolate (or regular whey protein if you prefer)

• 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk

• 1 Tbsp chia seeds, whole

• 1 tsp creamy peanut butter

• Ice cubes (optional, to taste)

Instructions:

1. In a blender, add milk, protein powder, blueberries, chia seeds, and peanut butter.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Optional: add ice cubes and blend once more to get a thicker smoothie consistency. This may be more desirable if using fresh blueberries instead of frozen ones.

4. Pour into your glass of choice and enjoy!

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