Description
This High-Protein Pistachio Smoothie is a creamy, nutrient-packed drink perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. Combining the rich flavors of pistachio butter, protein powder, and frozen banana with unsweetened almond milk, this smoothie offers a delicious and energizing treat that’s easy to make and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or pistachio milk
- 1 frozen banana (in chunks)
- 1 tablespoon pistachio butter
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I used Equip Vanilla)
- Handful of ice
Toppings
- ½ – 1 tablespoon no shell pistachios
Instructions
- Blend: Add all ingredients except the pistachios into a high-powered blender. Blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, ensuring the banana and protein powder are fully incorporated to create a thick base.
- Pulse: Add the no shell pistachios to the blender and pulse a few times. This will chop the pistachios slightly, adding pleasant texture and nutty flavor without fully blending them in.
- Enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use frozen banana chunks to create a thick and creamy texture without needing extra ice.
- Pistachio butter can be substituted with almond or peanut butter if unavailable.
- Selecting a high-quality vanilla protein powder enhances flavor and protein content.
- Adjust pistachio quantity to your preference for crunchiness.
- For a dairy-free option, ensure the protein powder is plant-based and almond milk is used.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: High Protein Smoothie, Pistachio Smoothie, Healthy Breakfast, Protein Shake, Nutty Smoothie
