Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie

This vibrant smoothie offers a creamy texture and a burst of fruity sweetness, perfectly balanced by the subtle richness of nut butter or the nutritional boost of pea protein. It's a refreshing and satisfying way to start your day or refuel after a workout.

Prep: 3 min Total: 3 min Serves: 2

At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 3 minutes (3 min prep). It uses 6 ingredients — including frozen or fresh fruit of choice, unsweetened plant-based milk or water, nut butter or gluten-free pea protein powder — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, pea protein powder can be made on lines shared with wheat protein, so choose one labeled gluten-free, along with the plant-based milk. Run the blender clean with hot soapy water first if it was used for oat drinks.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie: This smoothie recipe is naturally free from gluten-containing grains. Always double-check the labels of any processed ingredients like protein powders or plant-based milks to confirm they are gluten-free.

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Ingredients

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1 cup frozen or fresh fruit of choice (e.g., berries, banana, mango)
1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, coconut) or water Shop
1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut) or gluten-free pea protein powder Shop
0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract Shop
1 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness) Shop
1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1 Combine the frozen or fresh fruit, plant-based milk or water, nut butter or pea protein powder, pure vanilla extract, and optional honey or maple syrup into the pitcher of a high-speed blender. Ensure all ingredients are added before blending.
2 Add the ice cubes to the blender pitcher, filling it to the top. Secure the lid tightly and begin blending on a low speed, gradually increasing to high. Continue to blend for approximately 60 to 90 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and has a uniform, creamy consistency with no visible chunks of fruit or ice.
3 Carefully taste the smoothie to assess its sweetness. If you desire a sweeter beverage, add an additional teaspoon of honey or maple syrup and blend for another 10-15 seconds to incorporate.
4 Pour the finished smoothie into two serving glasses. Serve immediately to enjoy its optimal texture and temperature.
5 For a thicker smoothie bowl, reduce the amount of liquid by a quarter cup and blend until very thick. Spoon into bowls and top with gluten-free granola, fresh fruit slices, and a sprinkle of seeds for added texture and flavor.

Nutrition (per serving)

192

Calories

Protein

28g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

34mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Choose an unflavored or vanilla pea protein labeled gluten-free, and add it after the liquid so it doesn't cake onto the bottom of the jar.
Pea protein keeps thickening after blending. If the smoothie turns too thick, blend in a splash more plant milk just before serving.
If you use water rather than plant milk, include the nut butter too. Otherwise the smoothie tastes thin.

Common questions

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie?

Check frozen or fresh fruit of choice, unsweetened plant-based milk or water, nut butter or gluten-free pea protein powder before they go into Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie. Pea protein powder can be made on lines shared with wheat protein, so choose one labeled gluten-free, along with the plant-based milk. Run the blender clean with hot soapy water first if it was used for oat drinks.

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