Power Greens Protein Smoothie: Your Morning Magic in a Cup

Let’s be real—mornings can be a lot. Between hitting snooze, squeezing in a workout, wrangling your to-do list, or chasing tiny humans (fur or otherwise), you don’t always have time for a full spread. But your body still deserves fuel that feels good—not just fast.

Enter: the Power Greens Protein Smoothie. She’s quick. She’s nutrient-dense. She’s that post-flow, pre-zoom kind of nourishment that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together (even if your hair’s in a messy bun and your leggings are inside out).

💪 Why She’s on the Week 1 Meal Plan:

We’re starting strong with a blend that balances blood sugar, supports digestion, and packs a protein punch—all in under 5 minutes. The frozen banana adds creaminess, flax gives your gut some love, and spinach delivers those chlorophyll-rich greens without tasting like lawn clippings (promise).

🌱 Ingredients That Love You Back:

  • Protein powder: Repairs muscle, stabilizes energy

  • Spinach: Gentle on digestion, full of magnesium & iron

  • Frozen banana + cauliflower: Natural sweetness + extra fiber

  • Flaxseed: Omega-3s + gut support

  • Almond butter: Healthy fat to keep you full longer

It’s a smoothie that works as hard as you do—perfect after a strength sesh, yoga flow, or even a moon ritual if you’re feeling witchy.

✨ How to Make It:

  1. Toss everything in your blender.

  2. Add ice and blend until creamy.

  3. Sip slowly, breathe deeply, and let it be your grounding moment before the day rushes in.

📝 Ritual Tip:

Pair this smoothie with your morning journal prompts or a 5-minute breath ritual. Let food become part of your self-care—not something you rush through.

💚 Final Thought:

This isn’t just breakfast. It’s a vibe reset. A small, intentional act of nourishment that reminds your body she’s safe, supported, and strong. You deserve that energy—especially first thing.

 
Power Greens Protein Smoothie

Power Greens Protein Smoothie

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Author: Laura Paquin
Prep time: 5 MinTotal time: 5 Min

This blend that balances blood sugar, supports digestion, and packs a protein punch—all in under 5 minutes. The frozen banana adds creaminess, flax gives your gut some love, and spinach delivers those chlorophyll-rich greens without tasting like lawn clippings (promise).

Ingredients

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • ½ frozen banana
  • ½ cup frozen zucchini or cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp. ground flaxseed
  • 1 handful baby spinach
  • 1 tsp almond butter
  • Ice to blend

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Pour into your favorite cup and sip mindfully.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

280

Macros:

  • Protein: 22–25g (varies by protein powder)
  • Carbohydrates: 20–24g
  • Fiber: 6–8g
  • Sugar (natural from banana): ~9g
  • Fat: 9–11g
  • Saturated Fat: ~1g


Ingredient Notes:

  • Protein Powder: Calculated with 1 scoop (20g protein, low sugar, low carb)
  • Banana (½): Adds ~13g carbs, mostly natural sugar and fiber
  • Flaxseed + Almond Butter: Contribute healthy fats + fiber
  • Spinach, Zucchini/Cauliflower: Low-cal additions, add volume + nutrients


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