I’ve been saying the same thing for the last 7 years…

I don’t believe protein powders are good for us, and I don’t see myself ever promoting them.

We hear so much hype about protein powders out there, and for one main reason…

People make a lot of money from them.

I could recommend a product right now and make a lot of money from it, but I need to stay true to my beliefs and my values.  The only reason I started this blog is to help people experience the best health they possibly can.

So for that reason I’d never knowingly recommend something I didn’t think was good for you.

The truth is, we really don’t need protein powder because we can get all of the protein we need from whole foods.

Those who do more exercise than the general population need higher protein in their diets, so if this is you, this post is going to help.

I have compiled the best high protein natural vegan smoothies on the web and am sharing them with you here.

Four of the smoothies are mine.  They are both green of course because I do believe that Popeye had it right all along when he said greens make you strong.  I was going to include more smoothies from other people – but if truth be told, there aren’t that many natural vegan protein smoothies out there.  That’s the reason I invented the Green Thickie in the first place and make sure I add a protein source to all of my Green Thickie recipes.

But if you want some more variety and different options, I have shared some other recipes with you here too.

Let me know which one you are going to try and what you think of getting a higher protein diet without protein powder.  

I go much deeper into this subject on the first two of my recipes that I’ve linked to below (one is a detailed video) so check those out below if you want to learn more.

10 Best High Protein Natural Vegan Smoothies (Without Protein Powder)

1) High Protein Shake Recipe Without Protein Powder

This shake will help you put on muscle, while still losing weight and meeting all of your nutritional needs, giving you a crazy amount of energy that will propel you through your workouts.

~Katherine, GREEN THICKIES

2) Natural Protein Shake without Protein Powder (Dairy Free, Paleo, Vegan, Raw) 

So what are we to do if we don’t eat dairy (or eggs for that matter). How do we make sure we still get enough protein in our smoothie to make it a complete meal and fill us up? That’s why I created this natural protein shake for you. It has got a whopping 25 grams of protein per shake. This is more than your average scoop of protein powder!

~Katherine, GREEN THICKIES

3) Vegan Protein Shake 

You need to give this homemade vegan protein shake a try. It’s so delicious and you don’t need any protein powder to make it, just whole plant based foods.

~Iosune, SIMPLE VEGAN BLOG

4) Chocolate Banana Protein Shake (Vegan, Nut-free) 

This frosty chocolate shake tastes just like a milkshake, but is much healthier

~Megan, DETOXINISTA

5) The Husband Protein Smoothie 

This is a high protein and vegan smoothie that is made without any protein powders. It’s filled with nutrients and is great for digestion. At 600-700 calories and 20-23 grams of protein, this is a smoothie that will fill up even the biggest guys until lunch time!

~Maryea, HAPPY HEALTHY MAMA

6) Apple Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie 

Creamy Apple Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie is the perfect HEALTHY breakfast. It’s loaded with nutty peanut flavor and many nutrients – plant based proteins, dietary fibers good for healthy digestion and healthy fats. This all natural, refined and added sugar-free smoothie will boost your energy level and mood in no time. Perfectly yummy and satisfying!

~Natalie, NATALIE’S HAPPY HEALTH

7) Chunky Monkey Smoothie 

This Chunky Monkey Smoothie recipe is extra creamy and delicious. Peanut butter, chocolate, and banana………..can you think of a more decadent combination?

~Christina, JUGGLING REAL FOOD AND REAL LIFE

8) Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie…a chocolate lover’s dream. Sweet, creamy, high protein, no added sugar, and made with only 3 ingredients!

~Kristina, LOVE & ZEST

9) Basic Green Thickie Recipe

A green thickie is a complete meal, not just your ordinary green smoothie. This is because it contains filling carbs so you get your breakfast or lunch all in one glass and don’t have to make numerous meals. We are busy people and I don’t know about you, but I don’t have the time to make myself multiple breakfasts. This drink gives you everything you need, your drink, your carbs, nutrients, protein, iron etc. It’s all there.

~Katherine, GREEN THICKIES

10) Banana Peanut Butter Green Thickie Recipe 

Once you taste this Green Thickie recipe, you’ll never want another breakfast again. I get told time and time again that when people make this recipe, they stop trying out new recipes. This is the ONE! You can see just how quick and easy it is to make your new breakfast.

~Katherine, GREEN THICKIES

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