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Home » Recipes » Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

Christel OerumBy Christel Oerum on February 26, 2018, Updated April 22, 2020
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Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

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Vegan peanut butter protein smoothies
Vegan peanut butter protein smoothies

When I’m looking for a cool-down after a good workout, this creamy, icy, flavorful Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie hits the spot. Packed with fruit, veggies, and protein, it provides a nutrient boost that gets me feeling like I’m ready to take on my next mission. And, of course, it tastes AMAZING!

Bottle of Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie surrounded by all the raw ingredients

This recipe came about as I was craving that wonderful, classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate, but wanting a new and healthy twist on it.

Adding the vanilla vegan protein powder broadens the flavor profile and definitely satisfies that sweet tooth while adding calcium, iron – and, yes – protein.

How to make a peanut butter protein smoothie

Step 1: Place the kale and banana in a blender (I use a NutriBullet), then add the hemp seeds and peanut butter. To avoid them sticking to the sides of the blender, aim the hemp seeds and peanut butter toward the center.

Step 2: Add the ice & liquids and blend briefly until ingredients are combined.

Step 3: Add powders, aiming for the center, and turn the blender up slowly so that the powders blend instead of flying everywhere. Once combined, blend at high speed until smooth.

Step 4: Pour into glasses and serve.

Glass of Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie with a drinking straw

The right protein for your smoothie

Developed by Brendan Brazier, a vegan and former professional Ironman triathlete, Vega Protein & Greens Drink Mix is completely non-GMO, gluten-free, and plant-based, with no added sugar. The protein is sourced from a variety of plants including peas, hemp seed, and sprouted whole grain brown rice.

If you don’t care whether it’s vegan or not, you can also just use the Met-Rx whey protein I use in some of my baking recipes (like the Chocolate Banana Bread Mug Cake). The flavor is about the same.

When to drink your smoothie

I usually drink this as my post-workout shake, because it has all the protein and healthy carbs I need to rebuild muscle fibers and restore my energy reserves after a hard workout.

However, there is absolutely no law stating that you cannot drink it while lying on a pool chair in the sun and working on your tan instead. Delicious and healthy, high protein smoothies like this are great for any occasion.

Other healthy smoothie recipes

I LOVE healthy smoothies so I have experimented with a lot of different low-carb recipes. Here are some of my favorites:

  • Vegan Blueberry Smoothie
  • Green Keto Smoothie
  • Chocolate Avocado Smoothie

You can also check out this collection of diabetes-friendly low-carb smoothies.

When you’ve tried this vegan protein smoothie, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

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Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie

When I’m looking for a healthy cool-down after a good workout, this creamy, icy, flavorful Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie hits the spot.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
Author:Christel Oerum
Servings:2
4.69 from 19 votes
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups kale (4.7 oz.)
  • 1 banana
  • 2 tbsp. hemp seeds
  • 1 tbsp. peanut butter
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2 cups ice
  • 1 cup almond or cashew milk
  • 2 tbsp. cacao powder
  • 1 scoop Vega vanilla protein powder
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Place the kale and banana in a blender (I use a NutriBullet), then add the hemp seeds and peanut butter. To avoid them sticking to the sides of the blender, aim the hemp seeds and peanut butter toward the center.
  • Add the ice & liquids and blend briefly until ingredients are combined.
  • Add powders, aiming for the center, and turn the blender up slowly so that the powders blend instead of flying everywhere. Once combined, blend at high speed until smooth.
  • Pour into glasses and serve.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 Calories from Fat 104
% Daily Value*
Fat 11.6g18%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Monounsaturated Fat 1.8g
Sodium 171mg7%
Potassium 552mg16%
Carbohydrates 27.9g9%
Fiber 6g24%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 16.8g34%
Vitamin A 6900IU138%
Vitamin C 117.2mg142%
Calcium 160mg16%
Iron 1.3mg7%
Net carbs 21.9g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Smoothie
Cuisine: American
Keyword: protein shake, Protein smoothie
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Categories: Recipes Tags: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegan, 30 min or less, Smoothies & Shakes

Christel Oerum

About Christel Oerum

Christel is the founder of Diabetes Strong. She is a Certified Personal Trainer specializing in diabetes. As someone living with type 1 diabetes, Christel is particularly passionate about helping others with diabetes live active healthy lives. She’s a diabetes advocate, public speaker, and author of the popular diabetes book Fit With Diabetes.

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  1. AvatarTamera Phelps says

    April 29, 2019 at 9:25 pm

    I loved the peanut butter smoothie It was great Thank you

    Reply
  2. AvatarVegan Ty says

    March 11, 2018 at 6:48 am

    I just love some of the ingredients you have going into this recipe. The hemp hearts, peanut butter, cacao, and banana all sound like a wonderful combination. Thanks for this creative recipe idea. Can’t wait to give it a go. Cheers! <3

    Reply
  3. AvatarKendra Essig says

    March 3, 2017 at 6:24 am

    This was delicious. I did notice when I entered the ingredients in My Fitness Pal, the calories and nutrients are higher than what is shown in the recipe.
    I used the following for one serving:
    1 tbsp green-wise (Publix) Hemp seeds
    2 cups baby kale
    1 cup Silk unsweetened Cashew Milk
    1 medium banana
    1 tbsp. Crazy Richards Peanut Butter
    1 scoop Vega Chocolate Protein Powder
    (plus ice and water)
    MFP says that the recipe for one serving yields:
    451 calories – 42g carbs – 17g fat- 34g protein – 9g fiber

    It was amazing though! 🙂 I drank every bit.

    Reply
    • Christel OerumChristel Oerum says

      March 4, 2017 at 11:29 pm

      You are right. It’s because it’s supposed to be 2 servings, not one (it makes about 3 cups total). I have updated the recipe. Thanks for pointing it out.

      Reply
  4. AvatarRuth says

    September 11, 2016 at 2:37 am

    I enjoying reading the rescieps and the information on blood sugar I am diabetic for 4yrs I do excerise

    Reply

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