Creamy Berry Protein Vitamix Smoothie
A velvety, refreshing smoothie packed with wild blueberries, Greek yogurt, and protein powder blended until ultra-smooth in minutes. Perfect for a quick, high-protein morning or post-workout energy boost.
Prep
3 min
Cook
0 min
Total
3 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Steffeny + Lila
Steffeny created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
3 min
Cook
0 min
Total
3 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Next: Add 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk…
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Add 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk…
Add 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened almond milk and 0.5 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt into your Vitamix container first to ensure easy blending.
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Add 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
Add 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder, 1 tbsp (12g) chia seeds, and 1 cup (140g) frozen wild blueberries.
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Secure the lid and start the Vitamix…
Secure the lid and start the Vitamix on low speed, then quickly ramp up to high speed.
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Blend on high for 45 to 60…
Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth and thick, using the tamper to push ingredients down toward the blades if needed.
Look for: completely smooth and thick, using the tamper to push ingredients down toward the blades if needed
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Pour into a tall glass and enjoy…
Pour into a tall glass and enjoy immediately. Store any extra in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Allow: 24 hours
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