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Sleep Recovery Protein Smoothie
Sleep Recovery Protein Smoothie · ready in 7 min · 2 servings · 463 kcal per serving · very easy · 5 ingredients
A cool evening smoothie built around tart cherry juice and banana, with creamy Greek yogurt and vanilla protein for a recovery focused finish.
- Prep
- 7 min
- Total
- 7 min
- Serves
- 2
- kcal
- 463
- Difficulty
- very easy
Ingredients · 2 servings
- 500 mlTart cherry juice, chilled
- 2Banana, peeled and sliced
- 60 gVanilla protein
- 300 gGreek yogurt, chilled
- 120 gIce
Equipment
blender, kitchen scale, measuring jug, spoon, glass, blender jar, spatula
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients
Gather the chilled ingredients, measure everything, and set out a blender, measuring jug, kitchen scale, spoon, and 2 glasses. · 3 min
What to look for: All ingredients are measured and ready beside the blender.
- Load Blender
Pour tart cherry juice into the blender first, then add banana, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein, and ice for easy blending. · 2 min
What to look for: Liquid sits at the bottom and thicker ingredients rest on top.
- Blend Smooth
Blend on high until the banana and ice disappear and the smoothie looks creamy, glossy, and evenly pale cherry colored. · 1 min
What to look for: The smoothie is thick, smooth, and free of visible banana pieces.
- Serve Cold
Pour the smoothie into 2 glasses and serve immediately while cold and airy, ideally in the evening after training or dinner. · 1 min
What to look for: Each glass is full with a lightly frothy top.
Nutrition (per serving)
| kcal | 463 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g |
| of which sugars | 52 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| of which saturated | 1 g |
| Fibre | 3 g |
| Sodium | 215 mg |
Nutri-ScoreA
Allergens
Contains: milk
Storage and reheating
- Fridge: up to 1 days
- Freezer: yes, up to 1 months
- Do not reheat. Chill, shake, or briefly blend again before drinking.
Ingredient substitutions
Tart cherry juice
- Water: Use only to lighten the smoothie, because it reduces the tart cherry character.
Banana
- Greek yogurt: Adds body and tang but removes the banana sweetness.
Vanilla protein
- Greek yogurt: Use more yogurt for protein and creaminess, though the vanilla flavor will be softer.
Greek yogurt
- Milk: Makes the smoothie thinner and less tangy.
Ice
- Water: Keeps the blend moving but will not make the smoothie as cold or thick.
