Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Perfect for a post-workout shake, the protein powder is also interchangeable with non-fat greek yogurt if you’re looking for something not as heavy on the stomach.

Pumpkin Protein SmoothieCalories from fat: 25 | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 245mg | Carbohydrates: 245g | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 21g | Protein: 19g



Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 banana
  • 1/4 cup of almond milk
  • Vanilla protein powder (or your preferred flavor of choice)
  • 2 tablespoons of oats (optional)
  • agave nectar (or honey)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Blend all of the ingredients together until smooth.
  2. Garnish with optional chopped pecans.

Why pumpkin (besides fall aesthetic)? Vitamin a, vitamin k, iron, protein and fiber make up these super healthy vegetable that often gets missed in other seasons.