Spinach Flax Protein Shake [Protein Shake Recipe for Weight Loss]
A great recipe to make use of that spinach! Oh, this recipe boasts a lot of nutrients, from protein and fiber to vitamins and minerals! Yet, it’s so refreshingly good that it’ll make you feel like you’re in Hawaii drinking some mocktail by the beach. Perfect to quench your thirst during those hot summer days!
Servings 1 serving
Calories 294kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach washed, pat-dried
- ¼ piece of a whole mango skin removed, chopped
- ¼ piece of a whole pineapple skin removed, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon flax seeds
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup cold water
- ½ cup iced cubes
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender and give it a good swirl so that the protein powder is covered in liquid and won’t be flying everywhere.
- Blend until smooth. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier version, replace cold water with an equal amount of unsweetened almond milk.
- For the vegan/vegetarian version, replace protein powder with a vegan one.
Nutrition
Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 122mg | Potassium: 624mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 3504IU | Vitamin C: 135mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 2mg