Spring Pea and Mint Protein Smoothie (Printable)
A vibrant green smoothie combining protein, sweet peas, and fresh mint for a nutrient-rich beverage in just 5 minutes.
# List of ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
02 - 1/2 cup fresh baby spinach (optional, for extra greens)
→ Herbs
03 - 10 fresh mint leaves
→ Protein
04 - 1 scoop unflavored or vanilla plant-based protein powder (or whey if not vegan)
→ Fruit
05 - 1 small ripe banana, sliced
06 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Liquids
07 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
08 - 1/2 cup cold water (adjust for desired consistency)
→ Sweetener
09 - 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup, to taste (optional)
→ Toppings
10 - 1 tbsp hemp seeds or chia seeds (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Place the thawed green peas, baby spinach (if using), fresh mint leaves, protein powder, sliced banana, and lemon juice into a blender canister.
02 - Pour in the almond milk and cold water. Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, with no visible leaf or pea pieces remaining.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired. Blend for 10-15 seconds to incorporate.
04 - Divide evenly between two glasses. Sprinkle hemp seeds or chia seeds on top if desired. Enjoy immediately while cold.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get all the creaminess of peas without any vegetable taste whatsoever
- The protein keeps you satisfied for hours without any heavy post-smoothie feelings
02 -
- Frozen banana instead of fresh makes this smoothie thick enough to eat with a spoon in the best way possible
- Using vanilla protein powder instead of unflavored adds a subtle sweetness that means you might skip the honey entirely
03 -
- Preportion your smoothie ingredients into freezer bags for literally instant breakfasts
- Invest in a good blender, it makes a bigger difference than any expensive ingredient