Strawberry Banana Whey Smoothie
By the QuiteRecipes team (Jamy & Kaïna) | Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Expert & Parents
A protein-packed strawberry banana smoothie with a scoop of whey to fuel your session and speed up recovery.
A protein-packed strawberry banana smoothie with a scoop of whey to fuel your session and speed up recovery. The fruit does the flavor, the whey does the rebuilding, and the blender does the work. Post-training fuel that tastes like a shake, because it is one.
🥄 Ingredients
- 🫗 1 scoop (30g) whey or vanilla protein powder
- 🫗 1 medium ripe banana
- 🫗 3/4 cup (110g) frozen strawberries
- 🫗 3/4 cup (180ml) cold water (or low-fat milk)
- 🫗 1/2 cup ice
- 🫗 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Nutrition Facts*
*Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients, brands and portion sizes. Values are provided per serving.
👨🍳 Instructions
Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
Blend on high for 45 seconds until silky and smooth.
Taste and adjust by adding a little honey or more ice.
Pour into a glass and drink cold.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
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Using too much liquid, which turns the shake thin.
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Adding warm or thawed berries that muddle the texture.
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Under-blending, leaving gritty protein powder behind.
🔄 Variations
Add a handful of fresh spinach for iron and greens.
Swap strawberries for mixed berries.
Turn it into a peanut butter shake with the banana control panel.
🧊 Storage
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Best drunk within 30 minutes of blending.
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It keeps up to 24 hours in a sealed jar; shake well before drinking.
💡 Chef Tips
Tip 1: Frozen strawberries make the smoothie thick without extra ice.
Tip 2: Use milk instead of water for a creamier, slightly higher-calorie shake.
Tip 3: Add a tablespoon of peanut butter for a chocolate-peanut twist with a chocolate whey.
Tip 4: Blend a few seconds longer if your whey tends to clump.
❓ FAQ
How much protein per serving? About 25g with one scoop of whey.
Is it good pre- and post-workout? Yes
carbs for fuel during, protein for recovery after.
Is it gluten-free? Yes, as long as your whey is free of gluten fillers.
Can it be lactose-free? Use a whey isolate and water instead of milk.
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About the Authors
This recipe and guide was developed, tested, and approved in our home kitchen and daily life. Jamy is a retired Food Service District Manager and Early Childhood Program Manager who spent his career overseeing multi-site restaurant operations, large-scale culinary production, and daycare menu management. Kaïna brings the ultimate real-world test: making sure it brings ease and joy to our kids on a busy weeknight.
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