Description
This Pumpkin Protein Shake is a quick and nutritious blend perfect for a satisfying breakfast or post-workout snack. Combining pumpkin puree, protein powder, and Greek yogurt, it provides a creamy texture with a seasonal twist of pumpkin pie spice. Using frozen riced cauliflower adds volume and nutrition without overpowering the flavor.
Ingredients
Shake Ingredients
- 1/3 cup frozen riced cauliflower
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 serving protein powder (vanilla or unflavored recommended)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Ice to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including frozen riced cauliflower, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, pumpkin pie spice, protein powder, milk, and ice.
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients into a high-speed blender jar.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth, with no lumps remaining. Adjust ice quantity based on desired thickness.
- Serve: Pour the shake into a glass and enjoy immediately for best freshness and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with almond milk, oat milk, or any preferred plant-based milk.
- Protein powder flavor can be vanilla or unflavored; avoid chocolate to keep the pumpkin flavor prominent.
- Adjust pumpkin pie spice according to taste preference; cinnamon or nutmeg can be added for extra warmth.
- Adding ice makes the shake colder and thicker; omit if a thinner texture is preferred.
- Frozen riced cauliflower adds fiber and nutrients without changing the flavor significantly.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
