Banana Strawberry Protein Smoothie is a fruity, creamy, and refreshing shake made without yogurt, perfect for a quick and easy vegan breakfast or post-workout snack.
Packed with vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and naturally sweet fruit, this dairy-free smoothie is satisfying and energizing, ideal for busy mornings when you need a delicious boost.
For more protein smoothie recipes, try my date protein smoothie without banana or green protein shake next.
Banana strawberry protein smoothie is one of my absolute favorites, especially now, during sweet and juicy strawberry season!
I love starting my day with smoothies because they’re an easy way to load up on fruits, veggies, and protein, and they’re perfect for sipping on the go.
I used frozen banana in this one, but you can swap in frozen strawberries, just make sure to use at least one frozen fruit to get that thick, frosty texture that makes this smoothie taste just like ice cream (yep, dessert for breakfast vibes!).
It’s made with only 5 simple ingredients and comes together in minutes, just like my date tahini protein shake, frozen pea smoothie, and mango vanilla protein shake, all protein-packed, creamy, and made without yogurt.
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🍓Ingredients and Substitutions
- Strawberries: Use fresh for brightness or frozen to keep your smoothie cool and thick.
- Banana: Frozen banana adds natural sweetness and creamy texture without extra sugar.
- Protein powder: I recommend using a vanilla-flavored protein powder, but feel free to use your favorite.
- Chia seeds: Add fiber and make the smoothie thick. Ground flaxseed or hemp hearts work great too.
- Plant-based milk: I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can also use oat milk, coconut milk, or cashew milk. For a lighter version, use coconut water.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
🔪How To Make Banana Strawberry Protein Smoothie
Step 1: Add the frozen banana, strawberries, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and almond milk to your blender.
Step 2: Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
📋Variations
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for an easy green boost without changing the flavor much.
- Stir in a tablespoon of nut butter (like cashew or peanut) for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- Use chocolate protein powder instead of vanilla, or add 1–2 teaspoons of cocoa powder for a rich, chocolatey version.
💡Marinela's Tips
- Always use at least one frozen fruit to get that thick, ice cream-like texture.
- Taste as you go and adjust sweetness by adding a date or a splash of maple syrup if needed.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Yes, you can use fresh fruit and add a handful of ice cubes for a chilled smoothie, but I recommend drinking it immediately as the ice can dilute the creamy texture.
🍹More Fruit Smoothies
- Strawberry and pineapple smoothie
- Berry smoothie without banana
- Peach and raspberry smoothie
- Strawberry almond milk smoothie
- Pineapple watermelon smoothie (no banana)
- Cherry pineapple smoothie
- Strawberry mango banana smoothie
📖 Recipe
Banana Strawberry Protein Smoothie (No Yogurt)
Equipment
- high speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- ½ banana frozen or fresh
- 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 2 teaspoons chia seeds
- ½ cup almond milk or any plant-based milk
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and frothy.
Notes
- For the best thick and frosty texture, always include at least one frozen fruit.
- If using fresh fruit, toss in a handful of ice cubes but drink right away, the texture gets thinner as the ice melts.
Nutrition
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