Blueberry Pie Power Smoothie | Post-Strength Training

A protein smoothie doesn’t sound too sexy does it? How about: Blueberry Pie Power Smoothie? Ahh, much better.  This power smoothie tastes a lot like a drinkable blueberry pie. Use any plant-based protein powder you’d like just make sure that it’s high quality with only a few pure ingredients.

Those who train hard understand that post-workout nutrition is just as important as breakfast.  Why? The hour after working out is a crucial time to replenish energy stores and activating the muscle reparation and building response to exercise.  In other words, weary muscles crave proper nourishment.

This power smoothie is flavored with bananas for the sweet creamy factor, blueberries for a little sweetness, color, and boost of antioxidants, nut butter for richness, and cardamom to give it some oomph.  Top things off with pumpkin seeds and a boost of protein powder and we’ve go ourselves on heck-of-a post-strength training recovery smoothie.  Yes!

Focusing on fueling your muscles after a strength training workout is important because it helps your muscles recover and grow. The body needs a combination of carbs proteins right after exercise and this smoothie has got those covered.

A Few Notes on Protein Powders

“Protein powders can be useful to ensure optimal protein intake and are good to add to post-workout power smoothies.  It is important to choose a quality brand made from hemp, brown rice, pumpkin seeds or peas. Talk to a Registered Dietitian or a Nutritionist in a wholefood store to get a good product that suits your individual needs. 

Good-quality protein powders are generally very pricey.  They are not a necessity, but definitely an easy, convenient option to get a concentrated amount of protein and other healthy nutrients at once.”  –Green Kitchen Smoothies

Craving more smoothie recipes? Try these!

Banana Walnut Bread Smoothie

Purple Velvet Smoothie

Creamy Tropical Cucumber Smoothie

Did you make this Blueberry Pie Power Smoothie? Let me know how it turned out!  Rate it, leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #veganfitcarter

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Blueberry Pie Power Smoothie | Post-Strength Training

A Protein Smoothie doesn't sound too sexy does it? How about: Blueberry Pie Power Smoothie? Ahh, much better.  This power smoothie tastes a lot like a drinkable blueberry pie. Use any plant-based protein powder you'd like just make sure that it's high quality with only a few pure ingredients.

Course Post-Training

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 medium-sized smoothies or 1 large

Ingredients

• 1 large banana preferrably frozen
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 2 tablespoons nut butter (your choice) I used almond butter
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
• 1 tablespoon vegan protein powder (your choice)
• ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened) or use nut milk of choice

Instructions

• Give banana a rough chop and add it to the blender along with the rest of the ingredients.
• Blend on high speed until smooth. If too thick, add more nut milk. If too runny, add more frozen banana and/or frozen blueberries.
• Taste. Adjust flavor to your liking, if needed.
• Pour into 2 medium-sized glasses and serve, or store in a large airtight glass bottle to carry along with you in your gym bag.