My family has been “eating clean” for almost three weeks now. We are avoiding processed foods, sugar, simple carbohydrates, and artificial sweeteners and flavors. It’s been quite the adjustment, but I feel fantastic. I have more energy, my workouts are easier, and best of all, I’m losing weight.
The one thing I love about eating clean is you don’t have to starve yourself in order to lose weight. I am actually eating more now than I was before. The difference is now I am fueling my body with more protein and better carbs.
The hardest part so far has been finding recipes that are “clean.” I am using the The Eat-Clean Diet by Tosca Reno as a foundation and have found some good recipes in it.
Just about every day of the week I make a protein-packed smoothie for breakfast. It’s full of good stuff and tastes delicious! Even my husband (who is having a hard time adjusting to the eat clean diet) loves it! (If I’m not having a smoothie, I’m eating four scrambled egg whites (+ one yolk) and oatmeal with flax seed, bee pollen and berries).
This Eat Clean Oats & Banana Protein Smoothie is delicious and packed full of healthy protein, carbs and fats. It will give you great, long-lasting energy to fuel your morning. To make it you’ll need: unsweetened vanilla almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, old-fashioned oats, natural peanut butter or powdered peanut butter, flax seed, bee pollen (optional) and a banana.
PB2 – Bell Plantation Peanut Butter, 1 lb Jar 16oz (4-pack)
Bob’s Red Mill Organic Golden Flaxseed Meal, 16 Ounce (Pack of 4) (Package May Vary)GREENBOW Organic Bee Pollen – 100% USDA Certified Organic, Pure, & Natural Bee Pollen – Superfood Packed with Proteins, Vitamins & Minerals – Non-GMO, Kosher Certified, Gluten Free – 155g
I’ve had a lot of people ask me which powdered peanut butter, flax seed, and bee pollen I recommend. These are my top picks: PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter, Bob’s Red Mill Golden Flax Seed and Greenbow Organic Bee Pollen. I buy mine in bulk on Amazon — it saves me a trip to the store and I’ve found that Amazon has the best prices, and of course, FREE shipping!
I have made this recipe many times and have tried several different variations. I have used one cup berries in place of the banana and it’s definitely not as filling. I have also tried using cottage cheese instead of greek yogurt and the only difference is the smoothie comes out a little thicker. If you are making this recipe for the first time, I would highly recommend making it as stated. It is delicious just the way it is!
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 banana
- 1 tbsp natural peanut butter OR 2 tbsp PB2
- 1 tbsp ground golden flax seed
- 1 tsp bee pollen (optional)
- 1 cup ice
- Combine all ingredients in blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy!
Recipe adapted from The Eat-Clean Diet by Tosca Reno.
Try it out and let me know what you think!
Looks good! I like to make PB & J smoothie! Cup of yogurt, frozen mixed berries, flax seed, honey, peanut butter, and protein powder.
Yum! That sounds good too. What protein powder do you use?
I love Tosca Reno!!! She is the Eat-Clean Queen. Thank you for your post. I can’t wait to try your recipe.
very cool post, we just decided we all need to eat healthier and this would help a bit, thanbks
My daughter loves smoothies and I think the banana in this would make it real good plus lots of fiber. Thanks for sharing!
This smoothie recipe sounds delicious! I commend you on your “eating clean”, I’m not sure if I could do it! Thanks
i have been looking for some good clean recipes to try to persuade hubby to join me. this might do the trick! thank you!
Sounds delicious. I have to get that book and see how much actual sugar is in the smotthie because I’m a dabetic that has to be careful about carbs and sugars, even if it’s natural.
This sounds like it would definitely keep me full! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I’m going to make this for my hubby. I know he’s going to love it!
This looks good! Simple too! I think we’d throw in a banana and/or strawberries!
The “Eat Clean” Oats & Banana Protein Smoothie sounds like a perfect way to start the day! How many servings does this recipe make? I am usually the only one who drinks anything out of the blender than doesn’t involve ice cream and it’s hard make a single-serve size of most smoothies in a full size blender. And most smoothies don’t keep for later consumption without getting nasty. Thanks!
Hi Lyndi – This recipe makes one serving, so it will be perfect for you!
Looks delicious! I am going to try this recipe
this looks really yummy. i am a vegetarian and i have trouble getting enough protein in my diet. this would be a good addition to my daily routine.
This sounds amazing!
This sounds so good. Can’t wait to give it a try. Thanks for sharing.
I’m definitely looking to change our eating habits and I’m going to pick up Tosca’s book and give it a go. But this smoothie sounds delicious. I know my daughter would love it. Thanks so much for sharing. Are you still eating clean ?
Carol L
This looks healthy and yummy. It inspires me to try to eat cleaner.
This really does sound good and I would have to use the yogurt instead. Thanks for putting that one there as a substitute for kefir.
What an amazing blog you have. All these recipes sounds so great…and are so inspiring. I came across your website because of the Quest giveaway, but I’m really glad that I did! Honestly…keep up the good work. I’m a big fan already!
Thanks Lindsey! 🙂
omg that is the best, thank you so much for a great recipe and idea, looks absolutely delicious, i cant wait to try it out, thank you so much
I was wondering if you know how many calories is in this smoothie? Sounds delicious! Thank you!
Hi Ashley, it has approximately 450 calories, depending on whether or not you use all of the ingredients listed. If you want to reduce it to right about 400 calories, you can substitute the nut butter for PB2, a powdered peanut butter that has 85% less fat and calories than traditional peanut butter. I buy mine on Amazon, but you can find it at Whole Foods, Walmart and Kroger.
Silly question, but could I use chia seeds rather than flax? I have a whole bag of them at home.
Yes, definitely! Chia seeds are very similar to flax. The main purpose of adding flax is to add some fiber and healthy fats, and chia seeds work just as great. 🙂
Looking for some great smoothie recipes to use with my new blender… bookmarked!