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Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie Recipe


There are all kinds of protein shakes, smoothies and recipes out there, so naturally there are so many questions. Which ones work, which ones taste good, which ones won't get you sick, which ones will make you feel like a million bucks.

I am not a registered dietician nor am I a nutritionist, so all I can do is talk about one of my personal favorite protein smoothie recipe.

Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie Recipe:
1/2 Cup - Ice Cubes
1 - Medium/Large Banana
1 1/4 Cup - Fat Free Milk
1 Packet - Chocolate Banana Smoothie Mix
1 Scoop - Protein Powder


Preparation: LESS THAN 5min
1. Place ice, banana, smoothie mix and protein powder in a blender.
2. Add milk.
3. Blend for 60-90 seconds.
4. Pour and enjoy.

Depending on what you like for your smoothie preferences and your activity needs:
- Add more ice for crunchy, cooler smoothie.
- Less ice for more frothy taste.
- Use whey protein for higher satiety.


Nutritional Content:
SMOOTHIE MIX
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 package (14g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 0
Calories 40
% Daily Values*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat -
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 0%Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 4%Iron 4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

BANANA
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 medium (7" to 7-7/8" long)
Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 4
Calories 105
% Daily Values*
Total Fat 0.39g1%
Saturated Fat 0.132g1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.086g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.038g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 422mg
Total Carbohydrate 26.95g9%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g12%
Sugars 14.43g
Protein 1.29g
Vitamin A 2%Vitamin C 17%
Calcium 1%Iron 2%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

DESIGNER WHEY PROTEIN
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 scoop (24g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 36
Calories 119
% Daily Values*
Total Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 60mg20%
Sodium 0mg0%
Potassium 100mg
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 18g
Vitamin A 0%Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 23%Iron 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

FAT FREE MILK
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 4
Calories 86
% Daily Values*
Total Fat 0.44g1%
Saturated Fat 0.289g1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.017g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.116g
Cholesterol 5mg2%
Sodium 128mg5%
Potassium 410mg
Total Carbohydrate 11.98g4%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Sugars 11.98g
Protein 8.4g
Vitamin A 23%Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 50%Iron 1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.





Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie: My Personal Favorite!
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