Creamy Banana Chia High Protein Smoothie
A rapid 5-minute blender smoothie pairing ripe banana, protein powder, almond butter, and chia seeds. Exceptionally rich, satisfying, and tailored for zero-faff prep during busy schedules.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Becky + Lila
Becky 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.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
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
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
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
Setup
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Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Meal Prep Ahead: Measure the chia seeds, protein powder, and almond butter into small containers or freezer bags in advance so you can just dump and blend.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Add the unsweetened almond milk to the…
Add the unsweetened almond milk to the blender jar first to prevent powder from sticking to the bottom.
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Add the banana
Add the banana, vanilla protein powder, chia seed, and almond butter to the blender jar.
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Secure the blender lid tightly and blend…
Secure the blender lid tightly and blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy
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Pour the smoothie into a tall glass…
Pour the smoothie into a tall glass or travel tumbler and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
Allow: 12 hours
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