This is a nourishing blueberry weight loss smoothie recipe, that is going to help you curb cravings and promote satiety.
This blueberry smoothie contains 6 simple ingredients. It’s also vegan-friendly and dairy-free.
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Blueberry Weight Loss Smoothie
Indulge in a blueberry weight loss smoothie, a delicious blend of antioxidant-rich blueberries, designed to help you slim down and feel great.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup of frozen blueberries
- 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 small-to-medium-sized ripe banana (peeled)
- 1 tbsp almond butter (unsweetened)
- 1 handful of spinach (washed)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I used vegan)
Instructions
- To a blender, add the spinach and banana first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes, depending on the power of your blender. You want a thick and smooth consistency.
- Taste and adjust the thickness and sweetness as you go.
- Pour into a glass cup and enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 377
- Sugar: 28.5g
- Fat: 11.2g
- Carbohydrates: 49.2g
- Fiber: 10.8g
- Protein: 27.4g
Why You Will Love This Weight Loss Blueberry Smoothie
This blueberry nut butter smoothie is not just a delicious breakfast for weight loss, but it’s also so tasty and easy to make.
On top of that, the smoothie is loaded with goodness, especially antioxidants from the blueberries.
Other reasons include:
- It’s Nutrient-rich: Packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, it’s a delicious way to fuel your body with what it needs for overall health.
- Supports Weight Loss: High in protein and fiber, this smoothie can help keep you feeling full longer, reducing the urge to snack and making it easier to stick to your weight loss diet. (Source)
- Versatile Meal Replacement: Perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout recovery drink, or a satisfying snack, it fits easily into any part of your day.
- Easy and Quick to Prepare: For those with busy lifestyles, this smoothie offers a nutritious meal or snack option that’s ready in minutes, requiring minimal prep and cleanup.
- Natural Energy Booster: The combination of natural sugars and fiber from fruits, along with protein, provides a steady source of energy without the crash associated with high-sugar alternatives. (Source)
- It’s Delicious: The sweet flavors of blueberry and banana blend beautifully with the creaminess of almond butter and milk, making this smoothie a treat you’ll look forward to.
- Customizable: Easily adaptable based on dietary needs or taste preferences. Swap out fruits, use different nut butters, or add extras like flaxseeds or oats to keep it interesting.
If you enjoy this smoothie, I recommend that you also try my weight loss breakfast oatmeal blueberry smoothie and my weight loss blueberry smoothie bowl recipe!
Smoothie Variations & Recipe Notes
There are some ingredients you can substitute in this recipe, should you want to.
On top of that, you can also add extra ingredients for an even more nourishing smoothie.
Here are some ideas:
- No Banana: Instead of bananas, you can use mango or papaya. Alternatively, use another type of berry of choice.
- The Nut Butter: If you don’t have almond butter, use peanut butter instead, or cashew butter.
- The Protein Powder: You can use any protein powder of choice, it doesn’t need to be vegan if you are not vegan. I personally love using brown rice protein powder.
- The Green: Instead of spinach, use other leafy greens of your choice, such as kale. I also tested watercress, but the smoothie came out slightly bitter.
- Boost The Metabolism Even More: Make the smoothie extra energizing and boost the metabolism further, by adding 1/2 teaspoon of matcha powder.
Equipment:
Blender Type | Suitability |
---|---|
Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
Oster 6640 Blender | ✓ |
Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
Wamife Blender | ✓ |
Even though the smoothie contains frozen blueberries, everything else is easy to blend.
This is why all my blenders and models worked with this recipe, including the lower-powered blenders.