Protein smoothie

Protein smoothie

5 min
Treat yourself to a refreshing and delicious protein smoothie. Brimming with flavours, this smoothie combines the creaminess of quark with the richness of eggs, while sweet banana and tangy raspberries create a deliciously balanced taste. It is ideal as a breakfast or post-workout treat, as it is ready in almost no time and tastes incredibly good!
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Instructions

  • Blend all the ingredients in a blender.
  • Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
Tip

If you prefer not to use raw eggs, you can substitute them with pasteurised eggs. Pasteurised eggs are treated to ensure they are suitable for recipes that typically require raw eggs without altering the flavour. Use pasteurised eggs in the exact quantity as raw eggs and enjoy the same delicious taste and texture in the protein smoothie.

Tip

You can use fresh raspberries instead of frozen ones and a frozen banana instead of a fresh one. No matter the combination, the taste will be equally delicious, and the texture will change delightfully, ranging from slightly thick to very thick and sumptuously creamy. Using frozen fruits and berries enhances the smoothie's texture, making it thicker and irresistibly ice-cold.

Questions about protein smoothie

Are you interested in trying this delicious protein smoothie? Then, have a look at our questions and answers below to learn more about it!

What can I put in my smoothie for protein?
If you are not using protein powder, you can use ingredients that have protein. For a natural protein boost without using protein powder, consider adding eggs, yoghurt, quark, avocado, or other ingredients that have protein. Eggs will give smoothies a creamy, rich texture, and yoghurt, quark, or similar products amplify this creaminess and add a subtle tanginess that pairs well with fruits or berries.
Can I make a protein smoothie the night before?
Yes, you can make a protein smoothie the night before. However, if you are using raw eggs, you should make the smoothie and enjoy it fresh! If you are using pasteurised eggs, you can make the smoothie the night before, store it in the fridge in an airtight container, and enjoy it within 24 hours. Give it a good stir in the morning before serving! But to get the best texture and flavour, we suggest you drink it right after blending it and enjoy the goodness of the fresh ingredients.
What to put in a protein smoothie?
Everything in a protein smoothie will be delicious, whether you are using eggs, dairy, or protein powder for proteins. Use bananas for sweetness and creaminess, frozen berries for a tangy or sweet flavour, and different types of milk, yoghurt, or the like for creaminess and flavour. You can also use citrus fruit, other types of sweet fruits, peanut butter, or whatever flavours you like the most.

Ingredients

Banana
1
Frozen raspberries
100 ml
Eggs
2
Quark
300 ml

Try our recipe for protein smoothie

When you are in the mood for creamy smoothies, our banana and raspberry protein smoothie recipe has everything you need. The sweet banana and tangy berries beautifully complement the creamy quark. With eggs in the mix, the texture becomes heavenly smooth! Most importantly, the flavours of the various ingredients meld seamlessly, providing you with a smoothie that boasts delightfully balanced flavours.

A protein smoothie without protein powder

Whether you like a protein smoothie in the morning or after a workout, this fruity protein smoothie is perfect for you. The best part is that you do not even need protein powder, as you can get the protein from natural ingredients! This smoothie features eggs and quark to boost its protein content. Eggs enhance the smoothie’s richness, contributing to a creamy texture without altering the flavour. The quark amplifies this creamy consistency while also adding a subtle tanginess that complements the banana and raspberries. Together, the eggs and quark create a smoothie that is not only rich in protein but also smooth and satisfying, making each sip delightfully delicious.

With sweet banana and refreshing raspberries

Banana is the most classic fruit to use in a smoothie, and with good reason. In this protein smoothie, it adds a creaminess and sweetness that perfectly balances the tangy, juicy raspberries. The sweet banana transforms the smoothie into a silky, luxurious blend, highlighted by the slightly tangy quark. Following this tanginess, the raspberries cut through the creaminess and add a vibrant burst of flavour. The combination of juicy raspberries, tangy quark, and sweet banana adds a visually appealing pink hue, making it as beautiful to look at as it is delightful to drink.

Do you want other flavour combinations like this? Try a strawberry banana smoothie with lime, a blueberry raspberry smoothie, and a refreshing banana apple smoothie.

Enjoy as a breakfast smoothie or a refreshment during the day

With its fruity, fresh flavour and creamy texture, this smoothie is delicious any time of day. It is perfect as a protein-packed breakfast, but it will also serve as a delightful refreshment during the day. You can whip it up quickly using just a few basic ingredients in the fridge and freezer. Whether you are making it before or after a workout, in the afternoon as a fruity treat, or at night as a sweet, drinkable dessert, this recipe is exactly what you are looking for!

Add your own touch

If you want a creamier texture, add a splash of your favourite milk. Go for creamy, thick milk with a sweet flavour, or a thinner, more neutral milk to let the other ingredients shine. Plant milk drinks are also delicious, allowing you to add specific flavours like nutty oat milk drinks, exotic coconut milk, or sweet almond milk drinks.

You can also put a spin on the flavours by adding different types of berries or fruits. Raspberry pairs well with the tanginess of red currant or the sweetness of strawberry. Similarly, bananas complement tangy pineapples or sweet mangoes well. Keep the basics with raspberry and banana, and experiment with tangier or sweeter additions. You can also add honey, vanilla, or syrup for an even sweeter result.