Strawberries are one of those fruits that feel a bit like cheating – they taste like dessert but somehow still make it into the “healthy” category. This Strawberry Protein Fix Smoothie takes that sweetness, adds a creamy banana base, and sneaks in a protein hit to help you recover after a workout (or just after a long day of, well… existing).
At Plan4One.com, we know solo cooking can feel like overkill sometimes, which is why we love single-serve smoothies like this. Quick to make, easy to clean up, and designed so you’re not stuck with a week’s worth of gloopy leftovers.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Smoothie
- Protein-packed: Perfect for muscle recovery or keeping you full until your next meal.
- Dessert vibes: Sweet, creamy, and naturally delicious.
- Solo-friendly: No bulk batching – just one perfectly portioned glass.
- Everyday staples: Strawberries, banana, yoghurt – all easy supermarket finds.
🍓 Nutritional Benefits (per serve)
Approximate values based on standard supermarket ingredients:
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Protein: 20–25g (depending on protein powder used)
- Fibre: 6g
- Vitamin C: About 70% of daily needs (thanks to strawberries + banana)
- Calcium: From yoghurt + milk
- Post-workout balance: Carbs for recovery, protein for repair, antioxidants for reducing muscle soreness
🛒 Ingredients (Single Serve)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- ½ medium banana
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt (unsweetened, plain)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, soy, or oat)
- Optional: 1 tsp honey or maple syrup if your strawberries aren’t sweet enough
- Optional: a few ice cubes for thickness
🥤 Step-by-Step Method
- Add milk and yoghurt to your blender first.
- Add strawberries, banana, protein powder, and any extras.
- Blend until silky smooth.
- Taste-test: if it needs more sweetness, add honey and blitz again.
- Pour into a tall glass and enjoy your pink protein powerhouse.
🔄 Swaps & Variations
- No protein powder? Add 2 tbsp extra Greek yoghurt and 1 tbsp peanut butter.
- Dairy-free: Use soy or almond milk + coconut yoghurt.
- Boost fibre: Add 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed.
- Make it dessert-y: Add 1 tsp cacao powder for a chocolate-strawberry vibe.
- Extra filling: Blend in ¼ cup oats.
❄️ Storage & Solo Tips
- Best fresh: Protein shakes taste best right away (they can thicken or separate if left too long).
- Short-term: Store in a sealed shaker bottle or jar in the fridge for up to 12 hours. Shake before drinking.
- Prep hack: Freeze strawberries and banana slices in portioned bags. In the morning, just dump, add milk/yoghurt/protein, and blitz.
💡 Plan4One Extra Tips
- Frozen strawberries are a budget-friendly lifesaver – always available, always ripe.
- If you’re new to protein powders, start with half a scoop and build up – less chalky shock.
- Blend ice last for a creamier shake without over-diluting.
✅ Final Sip
The Strawberry Protein Fix Smoothie is basically your workout buddy in a glass – supportive, reliable, and way tastier than a chalky gym shake. It’s fast, fuss-free, and sized perfectly for one.
Whether you’ve just finished lifting weights, running errands, or binge-watching Netflix (hey, recovery is recovery), this smoothie has your back.
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