Carrot and Banana Smoothie (High Protein)

Carrot cake smoothie in a glass with orange straw.

Carrot and Banana Smoothie (High Protein)

This carrot banana smoothie tastes like carrot cake for breakfast, but it’s packed with protein and nutrients to keep you full for hours. Made with frozen banana, raw carrots, and warming spices, it’s a quick and easy breakfast you’ll actually look forward to. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or turning into a smoothie bowl with your favorite toppings.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword carrot banana smoothie, carrot cake smoothie, carrot cake smoothie bowl

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 472kcal

Author Samantha Rowland

Ingredients

1 cup carrots (in coins or shredded)
1 medium banana, frozen in coins
5 ounces greek yogurt can use dairy free
5-6 walnut halves
½ cup unsweetened dairy free milk
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

Peel the carrots if necessary. Cut into coins.
1 cup carrots (in coins or shredded)
Add all the ingredients to a high sped blender in the order listed above.
1 cup carrots (in coins or shredded), 1 medium banana, frozen in coins, 5 ounces greek yogurt, 5-6 walnut halves, ½ cup unsweetened dairy free milk, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Blend on high about 1 minute until thick and creamy (don't over blend or the smoothie can get hot).
Check the consistency - you may need to add 1/4 - 1/2 cup more dairy free milk if you prefer a thinner smoothie.

Notes

Tips for success

Prep ahead in 5 minutes or less: On the weekend, peel and chop the carrots and slice and freeze the bananas.
If you don't have frozen bananas, add 1/2 - 1 cup ice cubes to get the same thick texture (and so your smoothie is nice and cold).
Check the texture before you head out: This carrot banana smoothie is thick. If you prefer a more sippable texture, stir in 1/4 cup water or dairy free milk before you leave. A quick blend or shake in a blender bottle will do the trick.
Turn it into a smoothie bowl: Want a change of pace? Pour the smoothie into a bowl, add your favorite toppings (granola, coconut flakes, chopped nuts, etc.), and enjoy it with a spoon. It feels like a treat but is still packed with nutrition.

How to sweeten this smoothie (if needed)

Add 1-2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup OR
Blend in 1-2 medjool dates (pitted) or ¼ cup of raisins OR
Blend in ½ -1 apple (cored)

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