Creamy Banana Date Smoothie Recipe (with Protein)

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Creamy Banana Date Smoothie Recipe (with Protein)

Mallory

This simple Banana Date Smoothie seriously tastes like drinking a milkshake! It's a quick & easy recipe made with nutritious ingredients like ripe bananas, fresh dates, and chia seeds to help meet your daily nutrition needs. Such a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your sweet tooth!

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Prep Time 5

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings serving

Equipment

1 blender

Ingredients

1 frozen banana
2 Medjool dates, pitted
½ tablespoon chia seeds
4 tablespoon protein powder or collagen powder I use vanilla Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides for this recipe.
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup unsweetened almond milk more as needed
ice optional

Instructions

Combine all the ingredients in a high powered blender, adding the almond milk first.
Blend until smooth, adding more milk or ice as needed to get it to the consistency you prefer.
Hint: be sure to use a protein powder that you like the taste of because it will impact the flavor of this recipe!

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Expert Tips

I suggest using a frozen banana! To freeze bananas, peel them first and cut them into halves or slices before freezing in an airtight container or freezer bag.
Be sure to use a protein powder that you like the taste of!
Add the liquid to your blender first to help everything blend smoothly.

Storage

Refrigerator - if you want to make this Banana Date Smoothie in advance, store it in an airtight container like a mason jar for up to 1-2 days.
Freezer - you can store this smoothie in an airtight container or freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. To thaw, let it thaw in the fridge for a few hours or add it back to your blender with a bit more almond milk.

Nutrition Information

While healthy means something different to everyone, this is a nutrient-rich option. Dates provide many health benefits and nutrients including vitamins A, iron, antioxidants, and soluble fiber for a healthy gut. This recipe also provides protein to keep you full longer and support hormone health. Lastly, the banana provides potassium and vitamin C.

Dietitian Tip

Smoothies are a tasty way to add nutritious ingredients to your daily intake. And adding dates to smoothies is a great way to add natural sweetness without added sugars! Make this Banana Date Smoothie next time you want to satisfy your sweet tooth.

For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊

Keyword gluten free, no added sugars, plant-based, smoothie, vegetarian

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