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

June 17, 2019

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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

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 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

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.

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

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. 

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

What You Need

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

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

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!  

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

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!

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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
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
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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
US Customary - Metric

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 Breakfast, Smoothie
Cuisine American
Keyword blueberry, breakfast, dairy free, gluten free, healthy, high protein, low calorie, 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 3060 %
Vitamin C 37.8 %
Calcium 338 %
Iron 1.5 %

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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

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

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.

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  1. Jennie says

    July 12, 2016 at 4:27 am

    How much of the Bob’s protein and fiber nutritional booster? I don’t see it on the ingredient list.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 12:44 pm

      It’s updated now!

      Reply
  2. Kelli @Hungry Hobby says

    July 12, 2016 at 5:53 am

    One of my clients swear that adding zucchini to smoothies is way less weird and way better than spinach I need to try this!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      Yeah, I love it but I also live for zucchini.

      Reply
  3. Blair says

    July 12, 2016 at 6:08 am

    Oh, wow! My mind is blown! I already eat a smoothie per day, so this is a great way to use up some of the zucchini that’s coming out of my garden like CRAZY! Love it!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      I am totally jealous of your garden. Hopefully next year I can make that happen. Hope you love the smoothie Blair!

      Reply
  4. Sam @ PancakeWarriors says

    July 12, 2016 at 9:13 am

    OMG now I must try the zucchini in a smoothie. I can’t wait, I Just bought like 10 organic zucchini last week. You made my day 🙂 Thanks friend!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 12:46 pm

      I have a feeling you’re gonna love it girl!

      Reply
  5. Erin @ Erin's Inside Job says

    July 12, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Oh snap! Thanks girl! I was so sad this morning when I went to make mine and I was out of zucchini. There’s just something about knowing you’re getting an ENTIRE zucchini in one drink!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 7:57 pm

      You made me obsessed. THANK YOU!

      Reply
  6. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    July 12, 2016 at 2:44 pm

    Zucchini is like the miracle vegetable. I love all of its uses! SO GOOD

    Reply
    • Megan says

      July 12, 2016 at 7:57 pm

      For as much as I eat it, I wish it created miracles.

      Reply

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