protein pumpkin smoothie

ingredients:

pumpkin puree greek yogurt almond butter protein powder pumpkin pie spice frozen cauliflower rice almond milk optional: whipped topping

about this recipe

gluten-free dairy-free refined sugar free low carb

This easy, creamy, low-sugar, low-carb pumpkin protein smoothie tastes just like pie and is packed with protein and good-for-you ingredients. Makes the perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast + ready in just 5 minutes!

STEP 1:

Combine all the ingredients in a blender.

STEP 2:

Blend on high until very smooth and creamy.

STEP 3:

Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking!

I decided to make this shake without banana to keep the sugar content lower and to allow the pumpkin flavor to shine through. For a sweeter protein shake option you can add a frozen banana or 2 pitted dates before blending.

simple ways to customize this recipe:

To make a pumpkin spice protein shake bowl make the smoothie thicker by using only ¼ cup milk. Reducing the amount of liquid you add to the blender will help you get a thicker, spoonable texture that you need for a smoothie bowl.

to make a protein smoothie bowl:

more easy ingredient swaps:

For vegan, be sure to use a vegan protein powder and plant-based milk. For vegetarian, be sure to use a vegetarian protein powder. For paleo, be sure to use a paleo protein powder and plant-based milk.

Swipe up for this & more quick and easy smoothie recipes at Real Food Whole Life