Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
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.
At a glance: This easy drinks and smoothies recipe yields 2 servings in about 23 minutes (3 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including frozen or fresh fruit of choice, unsweetened plant-based milk or water, nut butter or certified gluten-free pea protein powder — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more drinks and smoothies recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Pea Protein Smoothie: When preparing this drinks and smoothies recipe, to prevent cross-contamination with gluten, ensure that all ingredients, particularly those that are processed or packaged, are certified gluten-free. This includes checking labels on nut butters, protein powders, and plant-based milks, as manufacturing processes can vary 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 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 certified gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen or fresh fruit of choice (e.g., berries, banana, mango)
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, coconut) or water
- 1 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut) or certified gluten-free pea protein powder
- 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 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 certified gluten-free granola, fresh fruit slices, and a sprinkle of seeds for added texture and flavor.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- Any plant-based milk works here — oat milk (certified GF) gives the richest mouthfeel; almond milk keeps it lighter.
- Freeze overripe bananas in their peel; thaw on the counter and squeeze out the pulp for perfectly soft mash.
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