This thick and creamy green smoothie is made with apple, banana, ginger, avocado and spinach. Packed with 23 grams of protein per serving, this breakfast on-the-go will keep you satisfied for hours!
It’s no surprise that I have a bit of a reputation as the Smoothie Queen around here. I couldn’t tell you how many smoothies I’ve made but we average around 2-3 a day between myself, my husband and our two little ones.
Earlier last month I started adding something new to my smoothies: Vital Proteins collagen peptides. If you’re not familiar with collage, don’t worry – I wasn’t either. Here’s a great definition from the Vital Proteins website: “Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body and helps give structure to our hair, skin, nails, bones, ligaments and tendons in our body. Thanks to collagen, we’re better able to move, bend and stretch. Collagen is also behind helping hair shine, skin glow and nails stay strong.”
All I can say is: sign. me. up. Before taking collagen, I did a good amount of research. Immediately, I was drawn in by the health benefits: increased athletic performance, gut health, glowing skin, joint health, improved digestion, deeper sleep and more.
When I began asking others who already had been taking collagen for some time, almost everyone said that they noticed improved hair and nail health within weeks. Guess what I noticed before anything else? Stronger nails! And you know I love me some nice nails.
The second thing I noticed, almost right away, was improved digestion and gut health. Of course, at just 70 calories and 18 g protein per serving, I would use it as a protein powder regardless of health benefits so all of the ways in which it makes me feel better inside and out are just an added perk.
One added benefit that no one mentioned was how much creamier it makes your smoothies! Almost like a thickening agent, Vital Proteins collagen creates a creamy, silky texture to my smoothies that no other protein powder has ever done.
This green protein smoothie is naturally sweetened with apple and banana then blended with spinach, cilantro and creamy avocado for thickness. Each serving provides 23 grams of protein ensuring long lasting energy to get you through your day!
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Green Protein Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 medium apple cored
- ½ medium banana
- ¼ avocado
- 2 scoops Vital Proteins Collagen
- 2 inch piece ginger root
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice about half a lemon
- 1 tablespoon flax seed meal
- pinch cayenne optional
- 1 teaspoon termeric
- ice to taste
- chia seeds and hemp seeds optional garnish for texture
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth. Pour into glads and enjoy.
Nutrition
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Kim Peele
I will try this recipe, but was wondering how much cilantro to put in? I did not see that measured out on the ingredient list. Thank you!
Liz DellaCroce
About 1/4 cup!
k
This is one gorgeous smoothie!
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thank you!
Liz
YES! I’ve been meaning to pick up some Vital Proteins Collagen, and now I have this wonderful recipe to try!
Liz DellaCroce
You’re going to love how smooth and creamy it makes your smoothie!!
Jackie
Ok, after the holidays, I’m ALL OVER THIS! Beautiful job
Liz DellaCroce
hahah thanks lady!
JulieD
Looks so good! I totally want to try this because you put avocados in it!
Liz DellaCroce
Makes it SO creamy!
Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking
You look SO happy in these photos Liz!! Absolutely gorgeous too — but that totally goes without saying! ???? I absolutely LOVE my protein smoothies too, so I definitely need to pick up some of that Vital Protein Collagen!
Liz DellaCroce
Awww you’re such a sweetheart thank you Amy!!!
Courtney @ NeighborFood
I love anything that can give my smoothies a little extra creaminess and my body a little extra goodness! Love this!
Liz DellaCroce
Same here!!!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
I’ve been adding collagen to my smoothies and blended cold brew coffee lately. Makes them so frothy and I love the protein boost!
Liz DellaCroce
Love the idea of the blended cold brew!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious
Collagen is my go to as well! Hope you’re enjoying the holiday season!
Liz DellaCroce
Thank you so much Megan!!