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Dairy-Free Banana Nut Protein Shake

A creamy shake that tastes like banana nut bread, with no dairy.

Dairy-Free Banana Nut Protein Shake

Walnuts add a toasty, rich flavor and healthy fat. With banana, cinnamon, and soy milk, the shake tastes like banana nut bread and contains no dairy.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving.

  • 1 scoop vanilla plant protein powder (pea/rice blend, about 32 g)
  • 1 ¼ cups unsweetened soy milk
  • 1 medium frozen banana
  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 2 ice cubes

Method

  1. Add the soy milk, walnuts, and protein powder to the blender.
  2. Add the banana, cinnamon, maple syrup, and ice.
  3. Blend until smooth, about 60 seconds.
  4. Top with a few chopped walnuts.

Nutrition per serving

Calories485
Protein34 g
Carbohydrates52 g
  Fiber7 g
  Sugar29 g
Fat18 g

Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: tree nuts, soy.

Tips

  • Toast the walnuts for two minutes in a dry pan. The flavor deepens.
  • Use a very ripe banana for the most sweetness.

Swaps and variations

  • Use pecans in place of walnuts.
  • Use almond milk if you avoid soy.

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