A creamy green protein smoothie recipe that is good for you and your hormones. This Green Maca Smoothie recipe is packed with protein, superfoods, greens, and healthy fats, to provide you with an instant energy boost. It’s the ultimate healthy post-workout breakfast that satisfies both the taste buds and wellness needs.

Green Maca Smoothie recipe in a glass, with a straw in it. Sitting on a cutting board.

As of lately I’ve been on a green smoothie kick. It’s such a sneaky + tasty way to add some extra nutrients to your lifestyle.

I will be the first to admit that all green protein smoothie recipes are not created equal. Some may contain not-so-good ingredients and don’t even taste good. Rest assured, as this Green Maca Smoothie is blended with life-giving nutrients, while being incredibly tasty.

In my opinion, it’s the best smoothie that offers a wide range of benefits, because of the addition of the superfoods and greens. Each ingredient in this green protein smoothie is a nutrient boost that contributes to better health.

With all that said, this creamy + delicious Green Maca Smoothie is ready to be made by you. You will be in love, maybe even addicted at first sip!

Why You’ll Love This Maca Smoothie

Loaded with Superfoods: For added nutrition, without compromising the taste!
Perfect Protein Smoothie: Whether you’re making it post workout or breakfast, this green protein smoothie recipe will have you fully satisfied, as it is packed with over 25 grams of plant protein.
Fully Customizable: Feel free to change it up, or in this case, blend things up. Add your favorite nutrients to this smoothie to make it your own – I’ve listed some options further down in the post.

Maca Powder Health Benefits & Nutrition

The star of this smoothie is the maca powder! If you’re new to the superfood, let me fill you in!

Maca is a Peruvian root vegetable that has a malty caramel flavor, while also having so many health benefits. It’s rich in essential minerals such as copper, iron, magnesium, potassium, & iron. Maca has also been known to boost libido, treat menopause systems, & promote hormonal balance for both men & women.

When looking for maca powder, there are two kinds: raw and gelatinized. Raw maca has not been heated and its enzymes + nutrients are at peak levels. Raw maca powder is prone to microbial contamination and it’s harder to digest. Therefore, I suggest purchasing organic gelatinized maca powder. Gelatinized maca is heated to separate the root’s start. Even though that process alters some nutrients, it makes the powder easier to digest and assimilate.

Maca is the perfect addition to this Green Maca Smoothie recipe, for both flavor & health benefits. Note to self though, when adding organic gelatinized maca to your smoothies, a little goes a long way.

Maca Smoothie recipe in a glass, with a straw in it. Sitting on a cutting board.

Ingredients

Organic Unsweetened Almond Milk: Any non-dairy milk works in this green maca smoothie recipe, but I love almond milk! Just be sure to use trusted brands – I like MALK Organics or Three Trees.
Organic Chia Seeds: Organic chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, etc. + it helps thicken this green smoothie.
Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Organic ground flax seeds adds a great little boost of fiber & minerals to this smoothie.
Organic Hemp Seeds: Adding in organic hemp seeds provides this smoothie with even more healthy fats, protein, omegas & minerals.
Organic Maca Powder: Truly the star of this Green Maca Smoothie recipe! A scoop of maca powder adds a subtle caramel like flavor to this smoothie. Plus, it’s packed with antioxidants & has been shown to have helpful benefits for women’s hormones.
Organic Vanilla Plant Protein: Adding a scoop of protein powder helps to keep you full and satisfied longer. I love Four Sigmatic’s Sweet Vanilla Plant Protein for this recipe. It’s made with real organic vanilla with no grains, gums or fillers. Oh & it’s super delicious. Nevertheless, if you have yet to try Four Sigmatic’s Sweet Vanilla Plant Protein, add your favorite vanilla plant protein.
Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of sea salt is rich in a ton of minerals and beautifully enhances the flavor of this maca smoothie.
Organic Greens: They blend easily & you can’t taste them. Plus, greens are packed with so many minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. I recommend spinach if you’re new to green smoothies. However, spinach, kale, swiss chard, mustard greens, collard greens, or mixed greens all work.
Organic Medjool Date: Adding a date to this smoothie, increases the natural sweetness. I recommend buying pitted dates, that way you don’t have to remove the pits yourself. Oh, & my favorite brand of dates is Joolies!
Organic Frozen Banana: To make this smoothie extra thick & creamy we’ll be using a frozen banana. It’s best to use a frozen bananas to create that super thick & creamy texture.

How To Make

Blend the Liquids & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, seeds, maca, plant protein, sea salt, and spinach, to a high-speed blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth.
Blend the Medjool Date. Add the soft medjool date to the blender and blend until smooth.
Blend the Frozen Ingredients. Next, add in the frozen banana. Blend until smooth and creamy. If needed, you can pause the blender, remove the lid, and scrape down the sides so that everything is fully incorporated. You may need to add a little more non-dairy milk depending on how thick/thin you like your smoothies
Serve. Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately.

Optional Smoothie Add-Ins

Feel free to truly make this smoothie your own! Here are a few suggestions to amp-up this green protein smoothie recipe:

Organic Coconut Yogurt: Add some creaminess to this smoothie with a scoop of coconut yogurt. You may have to reduce the almond milk to ¾ cup in this smoothie when adding yogurt.
Organic Cacao Nibs: Wanting a little crunch to your smoothie? Add anywhere between 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of organic cacao nibs. Simply add organic cacao nibs at the last minute to your smoothie, then blend once more.
Organic Goji Berries: For some added superfood nutrition add a tablespoon of goji berries at the last minute for some added color, texture, & nutrients.

Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie

Interested in how to make the absolute perfect green protein smoothie recipe? As someone who makes smoothies daily, here are my TOP tips:

Use Frozen Fruit: Adding a frozen to this smoothie is the only way to go! The ice from the frozen fruits adds thickness to the smoothie.
Soak Medjool Date: If your date isn’t soft, you will need to soak your pitted date in very warm water for 5 minutes. This will help them soften up, so that they can blend nicely.
Adjust Liquid Amount: If you find that your smoothie is too thick to blend, not to worry! Just add a bit more milk, blend, open the cover, scrape down the sides if needed, and blend again. And when possible, always use a larger high-speed blender instead, as it will blend the ingredients much better.
How To Make: Add your liquid first & blend your powders first, then the medjool date, before adding your frozen ingredients. This is my personal favorite way of preparing my smoothies. By blending the liquid & powders first, it ensures that your powders blend completely.
Smoothie Blending Tip: Start your blender on low to medium speed. If you blend the smoothie too quickly from the beginning, it’s really hard for the blender to properly blend the frozen ingredients – so start lower and then gradually increase the speed.
Chill Your Glass: There’s nothing better than a cold smoothie, in this case, a green maca milkshake. Put your serving glass in the fridge or freezer while you’re making your smoothie to ensure a chilled smoothie with every sip.

Healthy Breakfast Smoothie FAQ’s

Do I have to use a frozen banana?

The frozen banana in this recipe gives this Green Maca Smoothie a thick & creamy texture. If using a fresh banana, be to add a handful of ice cubes to achieve a cold, thick smoothie. However, if you’re looking to remove the banana altogether, because you’re allergic or simply don’t like them, you can replace it with ½ cup of frozen zucchini, frozen cauliflower, or frozen avocado chunks. If you elect to make this a banana free smoothie, I recommend keeping the organic medjool date to maintain its sweetness.

Is it healthy to have a smoothie?

Duh! I wouldn’t post something that was unhealthy. Having a smoothie full of protein, healthy fats, greens, & superfoods for a post workout breakfast is great because you’ll be getting essential vitamins, nutrients, & protein, first thing. However, some smoothies on the market or on the web can be loaded with tons of fruit, added sugar, & nonsense, making them a less healthy option.

What is the best protein powder to use?

For this particular protein smoothie, I love using Four Sigmatic’s Vanilla Protein Powder. It’s made with real organic ingredients with no grains, gums, or fillers. When selecting a plant protein, it’s crucial to look at the protein content and most importantly, the ingredients.

How can I add protein without using protein powder?

If you don’t have vanilla protein powder on hand, no worries. To increase the protein content, you can add a tablespoon of organic raw almond butter, without changing the taste too much.

Is it okay to have maca powder everyday?

Yes! Taking organic maca powder daily is acceptable, but the dosage varies based on your lifestyle.

Can I make this protein smoothie recipe in advance?

Yes! Feel free to make this green maca smoothie recipe as is or double it for later. Check out this “How to Prepare Smoothies in Advance” post to achieve the best results.

Green Protein Smoothie recipe in a glass, with a straw in it. Sitting on a cutting board.

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Xoxo.

Christin.