Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake

This vibrant shake offers a creamy texture and a burst of natural sweetness, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout refreshment. Enjoy the satisfying blend of fruit and your choice of protein-boosting additions.

Prep: 5 min Total: 5 min Serves: 2

At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 5 minutes (5 min prep). It uses 6 ingredients — including frozen or fresh fruit of choice, liquid, nut butter — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 24, 2026. Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, when preparing this shake, be mindful of potential gluten cross-contamination. Ensure that your blender, utensils, and all packaged ingredients, particularly protein powders and plant-based milks, are gluten-free and have not come into contact with gluten-containing products. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake: This recipe is designed to be naturally gluten-free by using whole food ingredients. It's crucial to confirm that any processed additions like protein powders or flavored plant milks are gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.

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Ingredients

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1 cup frozen or fresh fruit of choice (e.g., berries, banana, mango)
1 cup liquid (unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, or water) Shop
1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut), chia seeds, or gluten-free brown rice protein powder Shop
0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract Shop
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness) Shop
1 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder, thicker shake)

Instructions

1 Combine the frozen or fresh fruit of choice, your chosen liquid (almond milk, coconut milk, or water), nut butter or chia seeds, pure vanilla extract, and optional honey or maple syrup into the pitcher of a high-speed blender. Ensure your chosen protein powder is gluten-free if using.
2 Add the ice cubes to the blender if you desire a colder and thicker consistency. Secure the lid tightly and blend on high speed for approximately 60 to 90 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and has a creamy, uniform texture. Listen for the blender to process all ingredients without any grittiness.
3 Carefully taste the shake and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding a little more honey or maple syrup, then blend for another 10-15 seconds to incorporate. The goal is a perfectly balanced flavor that suits your preference.
4 Pour the blended shake into two glasses and serve immediately to enjoy its refreshing taste and smooth consistency. This quick preparation makes it ideal for busy mornings or a healthy snack.
5 For a thicker smoothie bowl, reduce the amount of liquid by half and blend until very thick. Spoon into bowls and top with gluten-free granola, fresh fruit, and seeds for a delightful and nutritious meal.

Nutrition (per serving)

195

Calories

Protein

29g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

35mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Brown rice protein can taste slightly gritty. Blend the powder with the liquid for 20-30 seconds before adding fruit and ice, and choose one labeled gluten-free.
Pair rice protein with strongly flavored fruit such as berries or mango, plus the vanilla, to cover its earthy taste.
If you skip the optional ice, use frozen fruit so the shake still comes out cold and thick.

Common questions

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake?

Check frozen or fresh fruit of choice, liquid, nut butter , chia seeds, or gluten-free brown rice protein powder before they go into Gluten-Free Brown Rice Protein Shake. When preparing this shake, be mindful of potential gluten cross-contamination. Ensure that your blender, utensils, and all packaged ingredients, particularly protein powders and plant-based milks, are gluten-free and have not come into contact with gluten-containing products. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

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