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Healthy Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie Recipe Without Protein Powder Easy and Delicious

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A quick and nourishing smoothie packed with natural protein from cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, blended with fresh strawberries and banana for a creamy, naturally sweet treat without any protein powder.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (about 150g), hulled and halved
  • 1 medium ripe banana (about 120g), peeled
  • ½ cup small-curd cottage cheese (120g), full-fat or low-fat
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (120g), dairy-free option available
  • ½ to ¾ cup milk of choice (120-180ml) – almond, oat, or cow’s milk
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
  • 3–4 ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Wash and hull the strawberries. Peel the banana and break it into chunks for easier blending.
  2. Place strawberries, banana, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and milk into the blender jar. Add honey or maple syrup if using, vanilla extract, and chia seeds.
  3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop halfway to scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed for even blending.
  4. Toss in the ice cubes and blend again until the smoothie reaches your desired thickness and chill level.
  5. Taste and adjust thickness or sweetness by adding more milk or honey/banana if desired.
  6. Pour into a glass and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Use small-curd cottage cheese for a smoother texture. Layer ingredients starting with liquids for easier blending. Chill ingredients beforehand to reduce ice needed and avoid dilution. Pulse blend before full speed for better texture. Adjust milk quantity for desired thickness. Store blended smoothie in fridge up to 24 hours, stir before drinking. For vegan version, substitute cottage cheese and Greek yogurt with silken tofu or coconut yogurt and use plant-based milk.

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