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    Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

    Published on Sep 12, 2019 · Last updated on Aug 24, 2021 ·

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    Start your day on the right foot with this protein-packed breakfast smoothie made with frozen fruits, lemon, protein powder, oats and almond milk. It tastes like a lemon blueberry muffin in liquid form!

    Tall glass of blueberry smoothie with frozen blueberries and half a lemon

    If you're short on time, need a breakfast on the go or are simply looking to jazz up your morning routine, look no further than this lemon blueberry breakfast smoothie.

    You will love this smoothie because...

    • it's a nutritional powerhouse with lots of protein and fibers. Healthy breakfast for the win!
    • it has just the right amount of sweetness, thanks to the banana
    • it takes literally 5 minutes to make
    • it's so delicious! Fresh, zingy, summery taste that you can enjoy all-year-round

    Ingredients for lemon blueberry smoothie: frozen banana and blueberries, oats, a lemon, some milk and protein powder

    Breakfast smoothie ingredients

    Making this breakfast smoothie couldn't be simpler, really.

    Here are the ingredients you will to need:

    • Fruit base: frozen banana and frozen blueberries. A fresh banana would still work if you didn't have time to prep it, but using a frozen banana adds a lot of creaminess to the smoothie. And creamy = delicious.
    • Fibers: oats thickens the smoothie and adds a ton a fiber. Why do we love fibers? Because they keep us full longer!
    • Protein: I'm using collagen peptides (I love this brand!) because it's high in protein and collagen has a myriad of health benefits. But you can also use any of your favorite protein powder, either whey, pea, rice... Use one with a mild flavor like plain or vanilla.
    • Extra flavor: in our case, we are using lemon juice and zest, for that extra bright and zingy taste.

    Frozen blueberries, banana and lemon zest in a blender

    Tips for a perfect smoothie

    • Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, they are not as good if prepped ahead and kept in the fridge. However you can prep and freeze your fruits ahead of time.
    • Fill the blender in the following order: liquids first, then soft fruits, greens if using and then ice.
    • To make it thinner, add small amounts of milk or water.
    • To make it thicker, add more banana (see below if you don't like it!), yogurt or ice.

    No banana? No problem

    Most healthy smoothies will have a banana base, that's true. But what if you can't have it or really can't stand its taste? Don't despair, I've got solutions for you. Here are some alternatives to make a smoothie without banana:

    • Avocado – it makes a very creamy smoothie and has a somewhat more neutral taste than banana. In my opinion you can still taste it but it's very mild. Plus, you get extra healthy fats. Yay! Use ½ avocado per smoothie.
    • Yogurt – you can use any kind but my favorite is Greek yogurt. Try it with 1-2 tablespoons per yogurt.
    • Chia seeds – they act as binder agents and thickeners. You can either blend in one tablespoon or stir it directly in your smoothie (let it sit for 5 minutes before drinking).
    • Other frozen fruits – they will add creaminess and sweetness. Try adding some mango, pineapple or peach.

    Enjoy!

    Lemon blueberry smoothie topped with lemon zest, with frozen blueberries and half a lemon on the side

    Tall glass of blueberry smoothie with frozen blueberries and half a lemon
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    Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

    Start your day on the right foot with this protein-packed breakfast smoothie made with frozen fruits, lemon, protein powder, oats and almond milk. It tastes like a lemon blueberry muffin in liquid form!

    Course Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Keyword #breakfastrecipe, #healthysmoothie, #smoothierecipe
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 1 smoothie
    Calories 317 kcal

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup almond milk or your favorite milk
    • 1-2 scoops protein powder I used Vital's Protein collagen powder
    • ⅓ cup oats
    • the zest + juice of ½ large lemon (about 3 tablespoon of lemon juice)
    • 1 small frozen banana sliced – or ½ banana if large
    • 1 cup frozen blueberries

    Instructions

    1. Add all the ingredients to your blender, in the order listed. 

    2. Blend until very smooth and enjoy.

    Recipe Notes

    Ingredients notes:

    • Protein powder: you can use your favorite protein powder – whey, plant-based, collagen based... Just make sure it's either flavor-free or vanilla flavored. 
    • Oats: I used rolled oats but you can use any type of oats.
    • Frozen banana: if you don't have sliced frozen banana on hand you can still make this smoothie with a "fresh" banana, but it won't be as creamy. 
    • Blueberries: you can use fresh blueberries as well but I prefer to use frozen blueberries because they are cheaper and available all-year-round.
    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie
    Amount Per Serving (1 smoothie)
    Calories 317 Calories from Fat 36
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 4g6%
    Sodium 248mg11%
    Potassium 634mg18%
    Carbohydrates 67g22%
    Fiber 9g38%
    Sugar 29g32%
    Protein 6g12%
    Vitamin A 155IU3%
    Vitamin C 24.6mg30%
    Calcium 239mg24%
    Iron 1.9mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    If you tried this breakfast smoothie recipe, don’t forget to rate the recipe below and let me know how it went in the comments – I love hearing from you! You can also follow me on Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook for more deliciousness and behind-the-scenes!

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    Comments

    1. Krissy Allori

      September 12, 2019 at 9:21 pm

      Yum! This look so good and satisfying. Looking forward to trying it.

      • Marie

        September 19, 2019 at 9:29 pm

        Feeling, healthy and delicious, what more could you ask from a breakfast?! Thanks Krissy!

    2. Elaine

      September 12, 2019 at 9:42 pm

      Love the shots - they so crisp and clear! And definitely a great smoothie to start a day with. Can't wait to make it this weekend!

      • Marie

        September 19, 2019 at 9:28 pm

        Aww thanks so much Elaine! 🙂

    3. Cookilicious

      September 12, 2019 at 10:41 pm

      Best way to start the day..love smoothies

      • Marie

        September 19, 2019 at 9:29 pm

        Me too! 🙂

    4. Sara Welch

      September 12, 2019 at 10:44 pm

      What a great way to start my day tomorrow! Looking forward to enjoying this cool and refreshing recipe!

      • Marie

        September 19, 2019 at 9:29 pm

        Hope you'll love it Sara!

    5. Susan

      September 13, 2019 at 12:08 am

      This flavor combo would be really good as overnight oats, too. 🙂

      • Marie

        September 19, 2019 at 9:28 pm

        You're so right Susan! Ok I'll have to try that really soon now!

    6. Aman Dhanjal

      January 13, 2020 at 4:47 pm

      Looking forward to make fresh smoothie today. Looks really refreshing.

      • Marie

        January 13, 2020 at 8:28 pm

        Hope you love it Aman!

    7. Charla E Chrisman

      July 16, 2020 at 7:52 pm

      Just made this after walking 2.5 miles in over 90°heat. DELICIOUS!! I used a tbl. vanilla/chia seed almond butter for the protein, and added a heaping tsp of Spirolina.

      REALLY,REALLY Satisfying!YUM!🍋

      • Marie

        July 26, 2020 at 1:36 pm

        Super happy you loved it Charla! It's still one of my favorite smoothie to date! 🙂

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