There’s no need to wait until fall to make this smoothie. You can find pumpkin puree year-round in the baking aisle of your local grocer.

Banana-Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Gluten-free, Smoothie

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Author: Julie Vossen

This smoothie is thick and satisfying. It's packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats that will keep you full.

Equipment

Ingredients

• 16 oz filtered water
• ½ cup 100% pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• ⅛ cup almonds (raw, unsalted)
• 2 bananas
• 74 grams protein powder (4 scoops)
• 2 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

• Place ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth.

Nutrition Facts

Banana-Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Amount Per Serving

Calories 390 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Polyunsaturated Fat 4g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 50mg17%

Sodium 90mg4%

Potassium 829mg24%

Carbohydrates 46g15%

Fiber 11g46%

Sugar 22g24%

Protein 31g62%

Vitamin A 7076IU142%

Vitamin C 10mg12%

Calcium 244mg24%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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