Blueberry Protein Smoothie {GF, Vegan, Paleo, Low Cal}

Blueberry Protein Smoothie made with zucchini! High protein, high in Vitamin C and antioxidants. An on the go smoothie, perfect for breakfast and a great way to sneak in vegetables! Gluten Free + Vegan + Paleo option

This Blueberry Zucchini Protein Smoothie was originally published July 2016. I have retested, rephotographed and updated the recipe for you. Hope you enjoy it! 

It’s time for another smoothie!

June is definitely smoothie month for me. It’s just too hot in Arizona to eat a lot of food this time of year. In fact, I’ve been having smoothies for dinner lately because I don’t have to turn on the oven during the hottest time of day. Turning on the blender is a much better way to stay cool!

Blueberry Protein Smoothie

This Blueberry Protein Smoothie I’m positive you’re going to love. It’s become my new daily smoothie. You could say I’ve become a little obsessed with it, so don’t be surprised if you see these ingredients popping up in a future muffin or pancake.

This smoothie is a nutrition powerhouse and has a secret ingredient I recently discovered thanks to Erin. ZUCCHINI!!! Have you tried it? Holly banana balls! I already love zucchini, but zucchini in a smoothie has made me love it a trillion times more. It adds depth and body without any weird flavors.

Let’s break it down and see what’s in this bad boy blueberry zucchini protein smoothie! 

• Blueberries – Antioxidant nutrients that protect the whole body from oxidative stress. New research is showing that blueberries can repair muscle damage from exercise. Blueberries are also shown to improve memory.
• Spinach – Rich in folate, iron, zinc, vitamins A, C, K & B-complex. This fresh leafy green is recognized for its antioxidant and anti-cancer composition.
• Zucchini – High source of potassium which many people are deficient in. Have anti-inflammatory properties from pectin which is a very specific carbohydrate that’s been linked to reducing cardiovascular disease and disease-causing inflammation. Research is now showing anti-inflammatory vegetables like zucchini improve GI related symptoms.
• Protein – Building blocks of bones, muscles, skin, hair, nails, and needed to make hormones and enzymes. 

What You Need

• Blueberries
• Zucchini
• Spinach
• Vanilla Protein Powder
• Milk 
• Shredded Coconut
• Ice
• Stevia
• Blender

Helpful Tips

The zucchini is flavorless and will add moisture to the smoothie. This means it will absorb the natural sweetness from the blueberries a bit. The majority of people are addicted to sugar (even healthy eaters). This means your tastes buds may expect something sweeter than those who cut sugar from their diet. 

In Master Your Cravings I teach a simple way to eat to reset your hormones and taste buds! 

Adding an organic stevia will brighten up the flavor and that’s how I make mine. A touch of honey or coconut sugar may also be added. Keep in mind this will increase the carbohydrate and sugar nutrition values. Use an app like MyFitness Pal or LoseIT to calculate changes you make!  

Serve with a titanium straw like this one to keep your smoothie chilled on the way to your mouth. My Mom bought me them and I’m obsessed!

More Smoothies To Enjoy!

Orange Julius Smoothie

Strawberry Greek Yogurt Smoothie

Chocolate Mocha Protein Smoothie

Pina Colada Avocado Smoothie

Cantaloupe Mint Citrus Smoothie

Cherry Quinoa Smoothie

Pumpkin Gingerbread Smoothie

Pumpkin Acai Smoothie Bowl

PB&J Superfood Smoothie

Let’s get smoothie making!

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Superfood Blueberry Protein Smoothie

Blueberry Protein Smoothie made with zucchini! High protein, high in Vitamin C and antioxidants. An on the go smoothie, perfect for breakfast and a great way to sneak in vegetables! Gluten Free + Vegan + Paleo option

Author Skinny Fitalicious

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 1 smoothie

Calories 229 kcal

Print

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup blueberries frozen
• 1 cup zucchini chopped
• 1 cup spinach
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
• handful ice
• stevia to taste
• 1 tbsp shredded coconut

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Instructions

1. Add all ingredients except shredded coconut to a blender and combine until smooth. 

2. Transfer to a glass, add shredded coconut and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

• My Amazon shop has more products similar to those used for this recipe and that I recommend to my nutrition clients.
• For Paleo, substitute the protein powder with a Paleo compliant one like this Paleo one.

Course Smoothie

Cuisine Drinks, Smoothie

Keyword blueberry, breakfast, dairy free, gluten free, healthy, low calorie, on the go, protein, smoothie, spinach, vegan

Nutrition facts per serving (1smoothie)

Calories 229 kcal

Fat 7 g

Saturated Fat 3 g

Cholesterol 55 mg

Sodium 286 mg

Potassium 659 mg

Carbohydrates 25 g

Fiber 4 g

Sugar 15 g

Protein 21 g

Vitamin A 61.2 %

Vitamin C 45.8 %

Calcium 33.8 %

Iron 8.2 %

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About Megan

Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.