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Protein Smoothie Bowl for Fat Loss (No Banana, Ultra Thick) - Creamy, Satisfying, and High-Protein

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (140 g) frozen zucchini slices (peeled for neutral flavor)
  • 1 cup (120 g) frozen riced cauliflower
  • 1 scoop (25–35 g) chocolate or vanilla whey/casein blend (or whey isolate)
  • 1/3 cup (80 g) nonfat Greek yogurt (or skyr)
  • 1–2 tablespoons cocoa powder (if using chocolate, stick to 1 tbsp)
  • 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum or guar gum (for thickness; optional but recommended)
  • 1/2–3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (start low; add as needed)
  • 1–2 teaspoons instant espresso powder (optional, boosts chocolate flavor)
  • Sweetener to taste (stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol blend)
  • Ice (4–6 cubes, if you want it extra frosty)
  • Toppings (choose a few): fresh berries, cacao nibs, high-fiber cereal, toasted coconut, sliced almonds, chia seeds

Instructions
 

  • Prep your blender: Use a high-speed blender. Add the almond milk first to help blades catch.
  • Load the base: Add frozen zucchini, frozen cauliflower, Greek yogurt, protein powder, cocoa powder, and espresso powder if using.
  • Thicken: Sprinkle in xanthan or guar gum. Start with 1/4 teaspoon if you’re new; you can add more later.
  • Blend low and pulse: Start on low. Use a tamper to push ingredients down, or stop and scrape the sides. Keep it thick; avoid adding extra liquid too early.
  • Adjust: Taste and add sweetener. If it’s too thick to spin, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time. For extra frost, add ice cubes and blend again.
  • Finish: Aim for soft-serve thickness. It should dome on a spoon and hold shape in the bowl.
  • Top and serve: Pour into a chilled bowl and add your chosen toppings. Keep toppings moderate if you’re targeting fat loss.