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Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Fierce Food Facts: This perfect fall favorite is loaded with protein, fiber, and Vitamin A. It's a trifecta that perfectly supports the microbiome and the immune system. Also great for starting off a fall party with just the right balance.

Nutrition:
Calories: 135
Fat: 4 grams
Net Carbs: 10 grams
Protein: 9 grams

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Directions

Simply add all ingredients to blender, blend until smooth, and enjoy!

You may also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays (measure 1/4 cup in each) and freeze.

For Carbohydrate conscious: Reduce pumpkin puree to 1/4 cup, remove frozen banana, add 3 drops Liquid Stevia "maple" flavor. These substitutions will reduce net carbohydrate grams to 3 grams per serving.

Kids Can Cook Tips: Turn this into a taste test by using different protein powders and discussing which they like the best. Most grocery stores are carrying different protein powders in individual serving sizes just for this purpose! Talk with the kids about the fiber and the Vitamin A from the pumpkin - how it not only tastes like "fall" but also helps to support the body.

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Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1 cup milk (may also use alternative fortified milk - we used coconut milk)

1 serving (30 grams) protein powder of choice (we used Hemp Yeah! protein powder in vanilla)

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Pumpkin Protein Smoothie

Want a healthy, nutrient-packed fall alternative to your iced pumpkin spice latte? Consider this pumpkin smoothie with added protein!

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Chef Andrew Johnson

October 11, 2021

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10 Total Minutes

2 Servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1 cup milk (may also use alternative fortified milk - we used coconut milk)

1 serving (30 grams) protein powder of choice (we used Hemp Yeah! protein powder in vanilla)

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1 cup milk (may also use alternative fortified milk - we used coconut milk)

1 serving (30 grams) protein powder of choice (we used Hemp Yeah! protein powder in vanilla)

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1 cup milk (may also use alternative fortified milk - we used coconut milk)

1 serving (30 grams) protein powder of choice (we used Hemp Yeah! protein powder in vanilla)

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Fierce Food Facts: This perfect fall favorite is loaded with protein, fiber, and Vitamin A. It's a trifecta that perfectly supports the microbiome and the immune system. Also great for starting off a fall party with just the right balance.

Nutrition:
Calories: 135
Fat: 4 grams
Net Carbs: 10 grams
Protein: 9 grams

‍

Directions

Simply add all ingredients to blender, blend until smooth, and enjoy!

You may also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays (measure 1/4 cup in each) and freeze.

For Carbohydrate conscious: Reduce pumpkin puree to 1/4 cup, remove frozen banana, add 3 drops Liquid Stevia "maple" flavor. These substitutions will reduce net carbohydrate grams to 3 grams per serving.

Kids Can Cook Tips: Turn this into a taste test by using different protein powders and discussing which they like the best. Most grocery stores are carrying different protein powders in individual serving sizes just for this purpose! Talk with the kids about the fiber and the Vitamin A from the pumpkin - how it not only tastes like "fall" but also helps to support the body.

‍

Fierce Food Facts: This perfect fall favorite is loaded with protein, fiber, and Vitamin A. It's a trifecta that perfectly supports the microbiome and the immune system. Also great for starting off a fall party with just the right balance.

Nutrition:
Calories: 135
Fat: 4 grams
Net Carbs: 10 grams
Protein: 9 grams

‍

Directions

Simply add all ingredients to blender, blend until smooth, and enjoy!

You may also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays (measure 1/4 cup in each) and freeze.

For Carbohydrate conscious: Reduce pumpkin puree to 1/4 cup, remove frozen banana, add 3 drops Liquid Stevia "maple" flavor. These substitutions will reduce net carbohydrate grams to 3 grams per serving.

Kids Can Cook Tips: Turn this into a taste test by using different protein powders and discussing which they like the best. Most grocery stores are carrying different protein powders in individual serving sizes just for this purpose! Talk with the kids about the fiber and the Vitamin A from the pumpkin - how it not only tastes like "fall" but also helps to support the body.

‍

Fierce Food Facts: This perfect fall favorite is loaded with protein, fiber, and Vitamin A. It's a trifecta that perfectly supports the microbiome and the immune system. Also great for starting off a fall party with just the right balance.

Nutrition:
Calories: 135
Fat: 4 grams
Net Carbs: 10 grams
Protein: 9 grams

‍

Directions

Simply add all ingredients to blender, blend until smooth, and enjoy!

You may also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays (measure 1/4 cup in each) and freeze.

For Carbohydrate conscious: Reduce pumpkin puree to 1/4 cup, remove frozen banana, add 3 drops Liquid Stevia "maple" flavor. These substitutions will reduce net carbohydrate grams to 3 grams per serving.

Kids Can Cook Tips: Turn this into a taste test by using different protein powders and discussing which they like the best. Most grocery stores are carrying different protein powders in individual serving sizes just for this purpose! Talk with the kids about the fiber and the Vitamin A from the pumpkin - how it not only tastes like "fall" but also helps to support the body.

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