The flavors of cottage cheese, peanut butter, and yogurt, along with almond milk combined is a match made in smoothie heaven. You won’t regret making this high protein cottage cheese peanut butter smoothie, it has now become my go-to workout smoothie.
I’ve been spending a few hours at the gym this past month so I’m always on the look out for new high protein smoothie recipes. I tried this a few times already and guys, it finger licken gooood.
Benefits Of This Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Cottage cheese – is an amazing source of protein, calcium, potassium, Vitamins A & B. It’s also rich in calcium and great for maintaining weight. If you’re looking for a smoothie to keep you satiated until lunch, this is it.
Greek yogurt – is also rich in protein but low in fat and calories. It adds bulk and creaminess to smoothies along with a touch of calcium and vitamin D.
Peanut butter – adds a nutty flavor and a creamy texture to this smoothie but not only that, it’s also a good source of plant-based protein.
Almond milk – is actually my favorite. It adds a distinct almond flavor to smoothies plus a little bit of vitamin E & calcium.
Protein powder – is always needed in your smoothie recipes if you work out, want to lose weight, or build and maintain muscle mass. It’s also great for maintaining bone, skin, and hair health.
High Protein Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 5 minutes
- 1/2 cup of cottage cheese (low-fat)
- 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt (plain)
- 1/2 cup of almond milk (low-fat)
- 1 tablespoon (32g) of peanut butter (smooth style without salt)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon of raw honey (optional)
How To Make This Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Start by pouring the milk, and yogurt into the blender and add the cheese, peanut butter and protein powder. Blend for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Pour into a glass, garnish with some cottage cheese and melted peanut butter and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Each serving of this cottage cheese smoothie has | 421 calories | 21.2g total fat | 5.6g saturated fat | 71mg cholesterol | 350mg sodium | 17.8g total carbs | 1.9g dietary fiber | 9.1g total sugars | 43g protein | 50mcg vitamin D | 199mg calcium | 1mg iron | 501mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Storage & Tips
You can store this smoothie for up to 6 hours but you must store it in an airtight container in the fridge. With that being said, it’s always best to drink your smoothies while they are still fresh to get all the nutrient.
Tips: you can add a bit of honey if you want extra sweetness. However, it will up your calorie intake so take none. Also, this smoothie is a meal replacement shake so you will need to skip breakfast for this one.
Best Time To Drink High Protein Smoothies
It really depends on why you’re adding high protein smoothies to your diet. If you’re on a smoothie diet, you can have protein smoothies in the mornings or any time during the day. If your goal is to build muscles, you can drink them an hour before starting your workout or after your workout.
Note: drinking your protein smoothie right before your workout can cause nausea in some people that’s why it’s recommended to drink them at least an hour prior. If you experience any discomfort, try switching to after workout.
Who Should Not Drink High Protein Smoothies
People with diabetes and kidney conditions should be especially mindful when adding high protein shakes to their diet. For example, diabetics need to control their blood sugar levels so mixing high sugar fruits with their protein powder can increase their sugar intake.
With kidney disease, the kidneys won’t be able to process the extra protein and can lead to unwanted side effects.
Lastly, protein smoothies are usually high in saturated fat, and cholesterol, therefore, if you have high cholesterol, you should refrain from drinking these types of smoothies or switch to whey protein instead of regular protein powders.
Want More High Protein Smoothie Recipes?
- High Protein Mango Smoothie
- High Protein Mixed Berry Smoothie
- High Protein Mango Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- High Protein Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- High Protein Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Conclusion
Make sure to try this delicious cottage cheese peanut butter smoothie and don’t forget to let me know how you liked it in the comments below. I love hearing from you guys. You can also save this recipe for later which is a great help to me.
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