Easy Protein Smoothie (Without Protein Powder)

Easy Protein Smoothie (Without Protein Powder)

Every busy mom loves a good protein smoothie. Make this easy recipe for the kids or to nourish your postpartum journey. (They'll never know you used chickpeas.)

The handful of ingredients in this recipe are a healthy way to get in extra protein and fibre for postpartum, pregnancy, and for the kids without the need for processed protein powder. Gather these ingredients up:

Ingredients you will need

  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 6 fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy. Add more milk or a spash of water to thin, if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 122IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 2mg

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