Protein-Packed Pumpkin Smoothies and Shakes to Fuel All Your Fall Activities
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The flavors of Fall are unmistakeable. There's something soothing about a warm cup of apple cider; melt-in-your-mouth butternut squash is an ode to home; and, of course, anything pumpkin spice is all kinds of spectacular. Pumpkin is by far the flavor I associate most with the leaves turning, and there's nothing better than being able to fuel your body with it. In other words, if I'm looking for a post-workout drink to help my muscles recover, or a protein-packed smoothie for lunch, and pumpkin happens to be an ingredient? I'm in. Ahead, check out some good-for-you, protein pumpkin smoothies and shakes that are here to make you feel like you can go out and conquer the day.
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Protein Smoothie
Pumpkin spice lattes are the epitome of Fall. Now, you can enjoy the same flavor in a protein-packed drink (17 grams!) — you'll actually be using cooled black coffee for this recipe. This smoothie also features pumpkin puree, a frozen banana, soy milk, vanilla protein powder, flaxmeal, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Oh, and it's vegan!
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Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal Smoothie
For this, you'll need rolled oats, unsweetened almond milk, pumpkin puree, greek yogurt, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and a sweetener of your choice. According to blogger The Stay At Home Chef, the smoothie can be stored in your fridge for up to a week. It has 10 grams of protein, about six grams of sugar, and 188 calories.
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Golden Spiced Smarter Smoothie
This recipe features flavorful Fall ingredients like ground turmeric, butternut squash, and pumpkin pie spice. You're also encouraged to use canned pumpkin in place of squash for an extra pumpkin kick. Cauliflower rice adds some veggies to the mix, flaxseeds bring the fiber, and vanilla protein powder ensures there's enough protein to keep you satisfied. You'll need MCT oil, too, which is known as a "good" fat. If you don't have that, you can use a nut butter or coconut oil.
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Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
To make this process even easier, blogger Delightful E Made suggests that you freeze the pumpkin puree into ice cubes. You'll also need vanilla protein powder of your choosing, almond milk, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and stevia. Top with pumpkin seeds to add more Fall flavor!
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Pumpkin Protein Smoothie
This is a vegan pumpkin smoothie full of protein (18 grams) and fiber (11.3). Complete with soy milk, pumpkin puree, banana, vanilla protein powder, flaxmeal, and spices, you'll taste pumpkin pie flavors that make Autumn the best time of the year.
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Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake
Introducing my new favorite protein shake to drink for lunch or as fuel after a workout (I've already had it twice this week so far and it's only Tuesday). The recipe is simple and calls for pumpkin pie protein powder, almond milk, peanut butter, a frozen banana, and ice cubes. Not to mention, it offers around 30 grams of protein!
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