Antioxidant Protein Smoothie (Blueberry-Almond)
A five-minute fruit smoothie that blends blueberries, almond milk, almond butter, and vegan protein powder into a creamy, berry-bright breakfast. The drink supplies anthocyanin antioxidants for cell protection, heart-healthy monounsaturated fat from almonds, and 21 g of plant protein to keep you satisfied until lunch. Perfect for vegan breakfast smoothies, post-workout recovery, or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.
Equipment
- 1 high speed blender (The Ninja Professional Blender is strongly recommended)
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Silicone or glass straw (optional) (optional)
- 2 2 chilled 12-oz glasses
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 scoop (≈ 2 Tbsp) vegan protein powder
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add almond milk to the blender, then blueberries, almond butter, protein powder, and honey if using.
- Blend on high 45–60 s until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust thickness: add 2 Tbsp almond milk to thin or ¼ cup frozen berries to thicken.
- Pour into two glasses, insert reusable straws, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Protein 21 g - Carbs 34 g - Fiber 5 g - Total Fat 11 g - Saturated Fat 1 g - Sodium 150 mg - Calcium 330 mg - Iron 2 mg
- For a no-added-sugar version, omit honey and use vanilla stevia drops.
- Swap almond milk for oat or dairy milk (recipe loses vegan tag if dairy is used).
- Frozen blueberries make the drink thicker—no ice required.