Lemon Cream Smoothie

The creamy lemon smoothie reminds me of lemon ice cream, but it is made with hidden veggies and green bananas that keep it creamy without the banana flavor. This smoothie can be made in less than five minutes and makes for a refreshing spring or summer smoothie. Lemon cream smoothie is plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, and makes the perfect summer sip. I love to swirl coconut yogurt on the cup and layer it with granola for a little crunch.

• Lemon cream smoothie is tangy, sweet, and refreshing
• A healthy snack or meal that is simple to make
• An easy easy way to add more veggies to your day
• Vegan, gluten-free, plant-based, and high-protein smoothie
• A blood-sugar-balancing recipe
• A smoothie that is gut-friendly and filled with fiber and protein

• Canned coconut milk: dairy-free creamy milk that is a source of a healthy fat called MCTs
• Green bananas: lower in sugar while high in resistant starch to support a healthy gut
• Lemons: High in vitamin C, promotes detoxification, reduces inflammation, and can support weight loss
• Riced Cauliflower: excellent source of vitamin C, reduces inflammation, aids in digestion, and adds bulk to the smoothie 
• Protein: good source of protein, provides satiety, and helps to balance blood sugar

• The key to keeping this smoothie cream without banana flavor is to use slightly green bananas. Peel, slice, and freeze bananas while they are still green to get the creaminess without banana flavor. Green bananas also have many health benefits that you can read about here
• This lemon cream smoothie is served with coconut yogurt swirled on the glass and a sprinkle of granola on top for crunch
• I used light canned coconut milk to make this smoothie rich and creamy tasting, but you can also substitute creamy cashew, macadamia, or almond milk in place of the coconut milk
• This smoothie is filled with fiber and protein to make it a more filling meal add in a good source of healthy fats
• Substitute the frozen riced cauliflower for frozen zucchini slices
• Make sure to use a vanilla protein powder you enjoy the taste of check out this post for a list of my favorite protein powders
• Make it a real treat by topping with coconut whip cream!

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Lemon Cream Smoothie

Hello, sunshine in a glass! This lemon cream smoothie is refreshing, gluten-free, vegan, and packed with protein and fiber but tastes like a creamy slice of lemon pie. 

5 from 6 votes

Print Recipe

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup light canned coconut milk
• 1 scoop vanilla protein
• 1 small frozen slightly green banana
• 3/4 cup frozen riced cauliflower
• 1 large lemon for juice and zest (3-4 tbps)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp turmeric (optional for yellow color)
• water and ice as needed

Instructions

 

• Peel, slice, and freeze bananas that are still somewhat green to keep them from having an overpowering banana flavor
• Add coconut milk, vanilla protein, vanilla extract, juice and zest from a lemon, frozen green banana, frozen riced cauliflower, and water and ice as needed to a blender
• Blend until smooth and creamy adding ice or more liquid if needed

Notes

Optional Toppings:

• granola
• cereal
• coconut flakes
• coconut yogurt
• coconut whip cream
• lemon zest

 

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Keyword lemon, protein smoothie, smoothie

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