Creamy and bursting with fresh berry flavor, this Acai Smoothie comes together with just 7 easy ingredients. High in protein and made with a blend of bananas, strawberries, and blueberries, this protein smoothie is perfect for breakfast or a midday snack.
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Similar to a mango protein smoothie, this acai shake is loaded with healthy ingredients that give you energy and keep you full. Plus, with its bright, fresh color, I find it the perfect way to energize in the morning.
Acai berries are packed full of omega fatty acids, fiber, and nutrients like iron and zinc, which is what makes this smoothie so potent. It’s an easy one to blend up and enjoy on the go, or turn into a smoothie bowl and top with your favorite vegan granola for a heartier meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Minimal Ingredients: You only need 7 ingredients for this smoothie recipe to come together.
- Bright and Refreshing: Thanks to a blend of multiple berries, this smoothie recipe helps recharge in the morning.
- High in Protein: The smoothie is blended with a vegan protein powder to make a smoothie that actually keeps you full.
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Ingredients
- Berries: Strawberries and blueberries are used, but any berry, fresh or frozen, can work.
- Frozen Acai: Unsweetened acai globes or packets work best, as you can adjust the sweetness of the smoothie yourself. Freeze-dried powder can work in a pinch as well, but will create a thinner texture.
- Vegan Yogurt: Unsweetened or vanilla vegan yogurt pairs perfectly with the acai berry smoothie. You could also use a vegan Greek yogurt for more protein and a thicker texture.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.
Variations
- Chocolate Smoothie: Add cacao powder to the smoothie for a chocolate berry flavor combination and a few extra nutrients.
- Bump Up The Fats: Blending the smoothie with hemp hearts or your favorite nut butter gives an added richness as well as a dose of healthy fats.
- Tropical: Use canned coconut milk in place of the dairy-free milk and add some pineapple to the smoothie for a tropical flavor like this tropical coconut sorbet.
How to Make An Acai Smoothie
The secret to making the best acai smoothie recipe is to use a high-powered blender. This is so that everything whips up as smooth and creamy as possible.
Step 1: Add the Ingredients. Starting with the liquid, add all the ingredients to a blender and put the lid on.
Step 2: Blend. Blend the smoothie on high until everything is creamy. Then pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl and enjoy.
Expert Tips
- Liquid On The Bottom: When placing the ingredients into your blender, add the liquid first, as this makes it easier for the blender to process.
- Adjusting the Texture: For a thicker smoothie, use frozen bananas, ideally those that have been sliced. This will create an almost ice cream-like texture in the smoothie.
- Frozen Fruit: If you’re using frozen fruit, you may need to add more dairy-free milk in small amounts to help thin the protein shake.
- Storing: Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh. If you have to store your smoothie, you’ll want to give it a shake or blend it again with some before you sip, as the smoothie will separate some. Of course, you could also reblend it with some extra ice to thicken it back up.
Serving Suggestions
This smoothie is delicious any time of day. However, I enjoy it best paired with any of the following:
- Combine it with a vegan breakfast bagel or savory breakfast muffins for a hearty breakfast.
- Grab a vegan chocolate muffin for an afternoon snack.
- Top it with vegan peanut butter cups for an indulgent treat.
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Recipe FAQs
Smoothies are best enjoyed freshly made. However, you can meal prep the smoothie by placing all the ingredients except the dairy-free milk in a plastic bag and placing it in the freezer overnight. In the morning, break apart the contents in the bag and add them to a blender with the milk. Process until smooth. This will save you time measuring in the morning.
Both frozen and ripe bananas can work when making a smoothie. Frozen bananas will result in a thicker and creamier texture. Ripe and soft bananas will give more sweetness to the smoothie.
Acai berries are packed with omega-3 and 6 fatty acids, lots of micronutrients, and fiber. This means that acai smoothies can be part of a healthy diet and a great way to take in a lot of nutrients at once.
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Acai Smoothie
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 handful strawberries
- ¼ cup blueberries
- 1 banana
- 100 grams frozen acai about 1 handful. I use Sambazon unsweetened açaí globes or their individual acai packets
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder
- 2-3 tablespoon vegan yogurt
- ¼ cup dairy-free milk
Instructions
- To a blender, add all of the ingredients, then blend for several minutes until you get a very smooth and luxurious texture.
- Transfer to a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- When placing the ingredients into your blender, add the liquid first, as this makes it easier for the blender to process.
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen bananas, ideally those that have been sliced. This will create an almost ice cream-like texture in the smoothie.
- If you’re using frozen fruit, you may need to add more dairy-free milk in small amounts to help thin the protein shake.
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