Low Sodium Banana Protein Smoothie
Fuel your day with the creamy and nutritious Low Sodium Banana Protein Smoothie, a perfect blend of flavor and health-conscious ingredients. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe banana with the richness of plain Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk for a satisfying base. Enhanced with a scoop of low sodium protein powder, chia seeds for added fiber and omega-3s, and a splash of vanilla extract, this smoothie delivers a high-protein punch without compromising on taste. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s a quick and wholesome option to kickstart your morning or refuel post-workout. Served icy cold, it’s a refreshing and heart-healthy treat, ideal for those seeking low-sodium smoothie recipes packed with nutrients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop low sodium protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cubes ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and break it into large pieces.
In a blender, combine the banana pieces, unsweetened almond milk, and plain Greek yogurt.
Add the low sodium protein powder and chia seeds to the blender.
Pour in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
Include the ice cubes to give the smoothie a cold and refreshing texture.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, approximately 1-2 minutes.
Check the consistency; if it's too thick, add a little more almond milk and blend again.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 875 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1049 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
