Coconut Banana Protein Smoothie
For a vegan smoothie, use a gluten-free vegan protein powder such as plain soy or pea protein.
Freeze the banana in slices so it blends without leaving chunks. Coconut milk gives this three-ingredient smoothie its thick texture.
On this page: Recipe card · Why you’ll love this recipe · Items needed · Ingredient notes · Tips for this recipe · Serving suggestions · Storage and make-ahead · Common questions
Why you’ll love this recipe
- The ingredient combination. Canned coconut milk, banana and unflavored dairy-free protein powder form the base of this smoothie.
- A blender does the mixing. The ingredients come together in one blend, with the listed liquid controlling the thickness.
- A defined yield. The card makes 1 serving. Use its serving control to scale ingredient amounts, then reassess pan space and cooking time.
Items needed
Gather the tools for the method you plan to use. Alternate cooking methods may need different appliances.
- Blender
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredient notes
- Protein ingredient. Use the stated unflavored dairy-free protein powder. Changing the type or brand can change both texture and nutrition.
- Coconut milk. Follow the type specified in the ingredients. Canned coconut milk and a carton coconut beverage have different thicknesses and are not equivalent measures of fat or calories.
- Packaged ingredients. Check labels for your dietary needs and use the products named in the card when matching its nutrition estimates. A brand change can also change salt, sweetness, or thickness.
Coconut Banana Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pour coconut milk into a blender, then add the powder and sliced banana.
- Blend until silky. For a thinner drink, blend in cold water a tablespoon at a time; add ice for a frostier texture.
Nutrition
Notes
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Let us know how it was!Preferred products
Milk: MALK or So Delicious unsweetened beverage where suitable. These do not provide the same protein as protein milk; keep canned coconut milk where specified.
Plant protein: Wellious almond protein or plain pumpkin-seed protein powder. Match the flavor; powders differ in absorption and nutrition, so they are not automatically scoop-for-scoop substitutes.
These are shopping options; the recipe’s estimated nutrition may use a different product. Substitutions change nutrition and may affect texture. Choosing one dairy-free or gluten-free ingredient does not make the whole recipe dairy-free or gluten-free. See Mel’s preferred products and photos.
Tips for this recipe
- Start with the listed liquid amount, then blend before deciding whether the mixture needs thinning. Extra liquid changes thickness and final volume.
- When scaling the recipe, increase ingredients together but keep the same doneness checks. A larger batch does not necessarily cook in the same time.
Serving suggestions
Serve as soon as it is blended for the intended texture. If adding a topping or serving something alongside, count it separately from the ingredients in the card.
Storage and make-ahead
Blend close to serving time for the intended texture. If you need to hold it, cover and refrigerate promptly; follow the shortest storage guidance for the ingredients used and stir again before drinking.
Common questions
How can I adjust the thickness?
Blend with the listed liquid first. A little extra liquid will make it thinner, but changing the liquid or adding ingredients also changes the final volume and nutrition.
How should I use the calories and macros?
The card lists estimates for its stated serving size. Use the listed ingredients and portions as the basis; changing brands, substitutions, toppings, or sides can change the values.
