A Vegan Protein Shake is by far one of my favorite weekday breakfasts. Not only does it keep me full all morning, but it’s so simple to throw together and blends in seconds. Throw it in a to-go container and start your day with ease! As vegans, we’ve all heard the question, “where do you get your protein?” Other than tempeh, beans, lentils, and vegetables, and many other sources, protein powder is a great way to get an extra boost! There are plenty of protein vegan powders on the market in any flavor you can imagine, meaning your smoothies are easy to customize and still super filling. I make my protein smoothie with simple ingredients, like banana, peanut butter, soy milk, and my favorite Orgain chocolate protein powder. Throw in a scoop of ice and you have a protein shake that tastes just like a Frosty from Wendy’s!
The best protein powders for vegans
Protein powder isn’t just for bodybuilders or athletes. It’s a great all-in-one source of protein that can benefit almost anyone. An essential component in any protein shake, this powder is usually made with whey or other animal by-products so you’ll need to search for a vegan alternative. Thankfully, there are plenty to choose from in all sorts of flavors! My favorite is the chocolate Orgain protein powder but you can use any kind you love. I have tried many others and I have seriously hated every single one up until now!
How to make a plant based protein shake
All you have to do is throw all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth! This recipe makes enough for one shake, but feel free to double the ingredients to make more. For a little extra sweetness, top it with vegan whipped cream and chocolate chips!
Customize your protein shake
If you don’t have protein powder – Use 2 to 3 tablespoons of rolled oats, 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds, and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder instead. This will still make your shake filling and chocolatey!Frozen vs. fresh banana – Either works! If using frozen, you can probably use fewer ice cubes. If you’re using an unfrozen banana, use at least 8 large ice cubes or a few more for a thicker shake.Different milk – Use any dairy free milk you like in this shake. Soy milk has lots of protein and I love the added flavor from the vanilla, but you can always swap it for plain or flavored oat, almond, hemp or cashew milk.For more protein – Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flaxseeds.Don’t like bananas? You can omit them entirely and just use ice (add a few extra cubes). You may also want to add a little sweetener, such as a tablespoon of agave or maple syrup or 1 to 2 pitted dates.Instead of peanut butter – Use almond butter, cashew butter, seed butter, or leave it out altogether.Double chocolate – Throw in a scoop of cocoa powder for an extra chocolatey shake!
Can I make it ahead of time?
You can’t beat the slushy and icy texture of a freshly blended protein shake. If you need to save some time, you can blend it up and keep the smoothie in an airtight container in the freezer overnight. Just give it a quick stir before drinking, then enjoy!
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title: “Vegan Protein Shake” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-25” author: “Clarence Sharma”
5 4 Published Jul 08, 2021, Updated Apr 24, 2024 I use plant-based (vegan) protein powder and non-dairy milk for all of my protein shakes and smoothies so unless they have added yogurt, they’re all vegan. And even the Greek yogurt can be subbed for vegan yogurt. With that said, there are a ton of vegan protein shake ideas here on EBF, but for this post I want to share my go-to vegan protein shake and some info for making vegan protein shakes without protein powder!
Here’s What You Need
vegan protein powder – I like using vanilla protein powder for added vanilla flavor. That said, you can use any flavor of protein powder if that’s what you have on hand! In terms of which protein powder to use, I love use Nuzest protein powder. It’s plant-based, made from pea protein, and it has a short ingredient list plus great nutrition facts! Use my code eatingbirdfood for 15% off your order. frozen mixed berries – use any combination of frozen berries you’d like to make the ultimate sweet and thick shake. handful of spinach – you don’t need to add a handful of spinach, but why not add in some greens to this shake?! You won’t taste them, promise. milk – I like using an unsweetened vanilla almond milk for this protein shake, but any milk will work. Unsweetened almond milk is just low in calories and has zero sugar! cashew or almond butter – add one tablespoon of cashew or almond butter for extra protein, healthy fats and flavor! chia seeds or flaxseed – adding chia seeds or flaxseed to your shake is totally optional, but does add a little extra protein, fiber and healthy fats. ice – adding a handful of ice (about 4-5 cubes) will help thicken your protein shake and give it that frozen texture.
Vegan Protein Sources for Protein Shakes
We’re using a vegan vanilla protein powder for this shake to boost the protein content up to a whopping 27 grams, but you can totally omit the protein powder and use another vegan protein source if desired, here are some options:
silken tofu – silken tofu is a great addition to protein shakes because it’s soft and easily blends right into the shake. 1/2 cup will give you about 10 grams of plant-based protein! chia seeds – yep, these powerhouse seeds are packed with protein, fiber and important vitamins and minerals. Add 2 tablespoons to your protein shake before blending. This will give you about 5 grams of protein. hemp seeds – packed with protein and healthy fats. Add 2 tablespoons of hemp seeds to your protein shake before blending. This will give you about 6 grams of protein. nuts and seeds – add a variety of nuts and seeds for more healthy fats and protein! I like to use raw nuts when possible to avoid unnecessary added oils. Almonds have the highest amount of protein with 7 grams for 1/4 cup. spirulina – boost your immune system and up your protein by adding 2 tablespoons of this blue-green algae powder. 2 tablespoons will give you about 8 grams of protein
How Long Will it Last?
I like to make this protein shake fresh when I’m ready to eat it, but if I have any leftovers or you want to make a day in advance that is just fine. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Some separation may occur, simply shake or re-blend if necessary.
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