Almond Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie

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Almond butter adds nutty flavor plus 7 grams of protein to this healthy, protein-rich banana smoothie.

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The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

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Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving
Nutrition Profile:
High-Calcium Bone-Health Dairy-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging High-Fiber Vegan High-Protein Gluten-Free
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Ingredients

  • 1 small frozen banana

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

  • 2 tablespoons almond butter

  • 2 tablespoons unflavored protein powder

  • 1 tablespoon sweetener of your choice (optional)

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 4-6 ice cubes

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

    Almond Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2015

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

402 Calories
22g Fat
37g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Serving Size 1 3/4 cups
Calories 402
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 37g 14%
Dietary Fiber 9g 30%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 19g 39%
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Vitamin A 569IU 11%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Folate 37mcg 9%
Sodium 376mg 16%
Calcium 411mg 32%
Iron 10mg 56%
Magnesium 140mg 33%
Potassium 867mg 18%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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