12 Healthy Protein Shakes for Weight Gain

11. Green smoothie with pea protein

This smoothie is a great vegan option.

Although plant-based protein powders have historically been panned as chalky and flavorless, their taste and palatability have greatly improved.

This simple green smoothie combines just a handful of ingredients to make an excellent breakfast or workout recovery snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240 mL) unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1 medium banana, frozen
  • 1 tbsp. (16 grams) peanut butter
  • 2 cups (60 grams) fresh spinach
  • 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla pea protein
  • Handful of ice

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender, starting with coconut milk.
  2. Blend on high until smooth.

Nutrients

  • Calories: 363
  • Protein: 27 grams
  • Fat: 15 grams
  • Carbs: 30 grams
12. Pumpkin pie shake with egg white protein
You can enjoy this tasty pumpkin pie protein smoothie at any time of year, especially as a comforting between-meal snack or workout recovery drink. Egg white protein powder is an excellent non-dairy protein option if you avoid dairy but still eat animal products.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240 mL) whole milk
  • 1 medium banana, frozen
  • 3 tbsp. (45 grams) pumpkin puree
  • 1 scoop (25 grams) vanilla egg white protein powder (or protein powder of your choice)
  • 1 tbsp. (16 grams) almond butter
  • 1/8 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
  • Handful of ice cubes
  • 1 tbsp. (6 grams) graham cracker crumbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except graham cracker crumbs in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Garnish with graham cracker crumbs, if desired.

Nutrients

  • Calories: 535
  • Protein: 36 grams
  • Fat: 19 grams
  • Carbs: 55 grams




 
 

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