Vegan Protein Shake
This thick, creamy shake is the kind of post-workout reward that actually keeps you full for hours. The frozen banana gives it that milkshake-like texture without any dairy, while almond butter and plant-based protein powder stack up serious staying power in every sip. Ground flaxseed sneaks in omega-3s and fiber so quietly you'd never know it was there. One of the trickiest parts of building a satisfying animal-free shake is hitting that rich, filling mouthfeel — here, the combination of nut butter and frozen fruit nails it completely. A splash of maple syrup is totally optional, because the banana already brings natural sweetness to the glass. It blends up in under two minutes and serves one, making it the perfect no-fuss fuel for a busy morning or a hard training session.
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1 serving
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 medium frozen banana, broken into chunks
- 1 scoop (about 1 oz) plant-based protein powder
- 2 tbsp natural almond butter or peanut butter
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the plant-based milk, frozen banana chunks, protein powder, almond butter, ground flaxseed, and ice to a blender.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds, until completely smooth and no chunks remain. Taste and add the maple syrup, if using, then blend for another 5 seconds.
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