Ingredients
Liquid Base
- ¾ cup unsweetened soy milk or unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
Vegetables
- ⅓ cup frozen riced cauliflower
Protein & Flavor
- 1 serving vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Other
- Small handful of ice
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including the soy or almond milk, Greek yogurt, frozen riced cauliflower, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds (if using), honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice.
- Add to Blender: Start by pouring the unsweetened soy or almond milk and Greek yogurt into the blender. Adding wet ingredients first helps the blender operate more efficiently.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the frozen riced cauliflower, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice on top of the liquids.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring all cauliflower pieces are fully pureed.
- Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: Taste the smoothie. If it’s too thick, add extra milk or water and blend again. For a thicker texture, add more ice and blend.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy right away for maximum freshness and nutritional benefit.
Notes
- Using frozen riced cauliflower adds veggies without altering the flavor or texture significantly.
- Chia seeds provide extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids but can be omitted if desired.
- Adjust sweetness based on the protein powder; some powders are already sweetened enough.
- Starting with wet ingredients on the bottom helps the blender blades operate efficiently.
- Consume immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
