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    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

    October 7, 2020 by Andrea Marincovich, R.D. Leave a Comment

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    Pumpkin and frozen banana blended with almond beverage, almond butter, and vanilla protein powder with a dash of pumpkin pie spice. This Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake is the perfect Fall treat for a breakfast or snack option.

    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

    Hello, my name is Andrea and I’m a pumpkin addict. While no addiction is ideal, this is one that I have zero shame about, especially since it’s mainly a seasonal thing. By now, you can also tell that I love protein shakes. They are such a fun and super yummy way to play with different flavors, fruits, and textures. So, with that said, you know that I had to create a Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake! If I may say so myself, it’s SO freaking tasty, it’s been bringing me all of the Fall and Halloween vibes lately and I’m here for it.

    Pumpkin gets a poor reputation because it’s mainly served in dessert form with a million carbohydrates and added sugars. I get it. But let’s not ignore that pumpkin is extremely nutrient dense and offers several health benefits, so if you want my opinion, we all should be adding it into our diet more often. I decided to create a pumpkin treat that highlights pumpkin’s natural taste, with a hint of sweet and a dash of pumpkin pie spice WITHOUT ruining your nutrition/weight goals. Protein shakes can be a great way to create a dessert-like meal in under 5 minutes that is nutritionally balanced, filling, and can curb any sweet tooth. I hope you love it as much as I do!

    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake Ingredients

    • 100% pure pumpkin
    • Frozen banana
    • Almond beverage
    • Almond butter
    • Vanilla protein Powder
    • Vanilla extract
    • Pumpkin pie spice
    • Ice
    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake Ingredients

    Nutrition Content

    • This Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake is considered a full meal replacement providing you with everything you need to feel satiated and nourished.
    • High fiber source at 8g of dietary fiber per protein shake.

    Health Benefits

    • Pumpkin is a rich food source of vitamin A (eye health, proper organ function, and boosts immune system), C (prevents free radical damage and boosts immune system) and potassium (healthy heart rate and muscle contraction).
    • Almond butter and almond beverage are plant based fat sources, meaning there is zero cholesterol content. Studies have also shown that regular almond consumption can lower LDL cholesterol (the problematic cholesterol) and increase HDL cholesterol (the beneficial cholesterol.
    • Pumpkin pie spice contains cinnamon (anti-inflammatory) and ginger (helps with nausea and anti-inflammatory).
    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
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    Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake

    Pumpkin and frozen banana blended with almond beverage, almond butter, and vanilla protein powder with a dash of pumpkin pie spice. This Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake is the perfect Fall treat for a breakfast or snack option.
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Protein shake, Protein Smoothie, Pumpkin, Pumpkin Spice
    Prep Time 4 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 1 minute minute
    Total Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 1
    Calories 313kcal
    Author Andrea Marincovich, R.D. | The Realistic Dietitian

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup 100% pure pumpkin
    • ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond beverage
    • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
    • ½ medium banana, frozen
    • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    • 1 tbsp almond butter

    Instructions

    • Add all of the ingredients to a blender, blend for 45 seconds to 1 minute.

    Notes

    Macros per serving (recipe yields 1 serving): 37g carbs, 11g fat, 24g protein

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