I know it’s been a while since I have posted a new smoothie recipe. Believe me when I say – I have been hard at work! I’ve been working on a PDF freebie that contains a rather large amount of smoothies. I’ve been trying to work on making clickable links, but it is soooooooooooooo time consuming. I’m also working on another recipe book. While I have all the recipes and the cover is made, I have a few more pages to put together. So, if you don’t have a copy of the first volume, Do Anything with Protein Powder, I would snap it up now at 99 cents before the price increases!
Do tell. How has your smoothies been working out for you this summer? I fell off the smoothie wagon for a week or so. I usually have one for lunch or breakfast. But, even I need a break once in a while. I start to crave them so I go back to them. I don’t have a problem eating healthy, its just the late night snacking that causes me so much of a problem!
This new smoothie is quickly becoming my fave. Using frozen bananas it reminds me of fall when the pumpkin ice cream starts to appear. Yummmm. I love pumpkin. I am looking forward to canning some more pumpkin this year. Making pumpkin butter, too. I’m a little sad as my pumpkin stash has just about been depleted. I had a few jars that didn’t settle well and the pumpkin was just gross. Booooo.
This breakfast (or lunch) smoothie took me away from the bad thoughts. It’s a nice creamy and relaxing treat. I put some turmeric and cinnamon in it. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties said to help with arthritis and the cinnamon is something that helps with metabolism and many tout its benefits in the PCOS communities. The pair combined asks wonderful flavor with the the banana and pumpkin. No hidden greens in this one.
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 frozen bananas
- 2 cups pumpkin (I used homemade canned)
- 2 cups water
- dash of turmeric
- dash of ground cinnamon
- Pour everything into the blender and give it a whirl.
- Test to see if you want to add more seasonings.
- Serve immediately.
What is your favorite smoothie?
Anna @ family living on a budget says
August 14, 2014 at 2:12 pmSounds dreamy! Thank you for linking up to Creative K Kid’s Tasty Tuesdays. I have pinned your recipe to the Tasty Tuesdays Pinterest Board.
Claudia says
August 15, 2014 at 10:08 amSo tasty! That seems impressive.
Amber Louchart (Metro Detroit Mommy) says
August 18, 2014 at 7:35 amThat sounds spectacular. Never thought of mixing banana and pumpkin. I have 1-2 smoothies a day. Yum.
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
August 18, 2014 at 8:25 amJust in time for fall. Pass me a straw!! 🙂
Stephanie Hunter says
August 18, 2014 at 8:55 amI like anything pumpkin, but I’m not a fan of banana in drinks. I think my kids might like it. I’ll let you know what they think.
Amber Conaway says
August 18, 2014 at 9:54 amThat sounds so yummy! I have can’t wait for Fall and what’s more Fall than some pumpkin!!
Jaime says
August 18, 2014 at 10:10 amThis looks really yummy. Especially with Fall just around the corner, I definitely have to try this out.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
August 18, 2014 at 10:15 amThis sounds perfect for fall! I love a good smoothie in the morning before I head out to the gym!
Mary H. says
August 18, 2014 at 11:22 amThis looks totally yummy!
Betsy says
August 18, 2014 at 11:45 amSo excited it’s PUMPKIN time again! This smoothie looks so good.
Tim B says
August 18, 2014 at 12:01 pmNice recipe…thanks for sharing it with us
melinda says
August 18, 2014 at 2:25 pmsounds like a great way to start the day. I’d add milk instead of water for a boost of calcium.
Elyssa Eve says
August 18, 2014 at 3:14 pmThis looks healthy and delicious! I can’t wait to try it.
Shannon Gosney says
August 18, 2014 at 4:01 pmI’m not really a big pumpkin smoothie kind of girl, but it sounds like an interesting recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Detroit Duchess says
August 18, 2014 at 4:05 pmThis looks great and a fun way to mix up protein powder. I will have to pin this for later.
Courtney says
August 18, 2014 at 4:45 pmThis smoothie looks delicious! It’s so healthy for me, too. Yummy!
Dawn says
August 18, 2014 at 4:46 pmThis smoothie looks delicious. It’s super healthy, too. Bananas are full of potassium, and pumpkin is high in fiber and vitamins. Five stars!
Terry says
August 18, 2014 at 4:50 pmI am so happy to see you use tumeric in your recipe. That is one healthy herb. I just ran out and need to buy more.
Shasta Walton says
August 18, 2014 at 5:08 pmI have a smoothie every single day. I am adding this to my recipe book. Thanks 🙂
Ashley says
August 18, 2014 at 5:16 pmI have never thought to mix banana and pumpkin together, but this sounds like it would be really good! We are smoothie-obsessed here lately, so this definitely looks like a good one to try.
Michelle Swank says
August 18, 2014 at 5:24 pmThanks for the recipe. We are a smoothie family and we all start our day off with smoothies. It’s always great to have a new recipe to add to the roundup.
aimee fauci says
August 18, 2014 at 6:09 pmOh wow .. who would have thought.. pumpkin! I used to have protein powder but never knew what to do with it.
Jeanine @ sixtimemommy.com says
August 18, 2014 at 7:31 pmI have never tried pumpkin anything. The smell from carving at Halloween has always turned me off. This looks delicious and may cause me to try!
Veronica says
August 18, 2014 at 8:10 pmI really only like pumpkin in Jamaican pumpkin soup. I really have never had it in a shake or smoothie. It might be worth a try though
Shell says
August 18, 2014 at 10:03 pmThis sounds like a yummy smoothie! I tend to like ones with lots of berries in them.
Chrysa says
August 18, 2014 at 10:36 pmOoohhh…this sounds so good. It’s the perfect thing to get in the mood for fall.
Camesha says
August 18, 2014 at 11:49 pmPumpkin and banana is a surprising combo. It sounds like it would be yummy though.
Brett says
August 19, 2014 at 12:21 amI’m all about pumpkin of late, so this is calling out to me right now! I have some in the house too- I know what’s for breakfast tomorrow !
Carly Anderson says
August 19, 2014 at 12:25 amYou totally had me at pumpkin! 😀 I can’t wait for all the pumpkin items to start coming out!
Emily says
August 19, 2014 at 1:05 amI have never had a pumpkin smoothie before, but I like pumpkin flavors. I’m ready for fall!
Travel Blogger says
August 19, 2014 at 3:33 amHmm I havent heard of this combination before! It does look good though. Perfect for a quick breakfast on the go.
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
August 19, 2014 at 7:27 amI’ve never paired pumpkin with banana, but I am intrigued! Can’t wait to try in my bullet blender.
Gwendolyn M says
August 19, 2014 at 10:29 amThis looks super delicious. I love the fall because it means it’s time for pumpkin desserts!
Christie says
August 19, 2014 at 12:04 pmPumpkin sounds dreamy for this time of year! Can’t wait to try this
Melissa @ This Girl's Life Blog says
August 19, 2014 at 1:43 pmIt is getting to that time of year I want everything pumpkin. This sounds so yummy!
Tess says
August 19, 2014 at 2:20 pmI am so excited to bring pumpkin into the season right now. I love pumpkin recipes pumpkin and anything LOL
Rosey says
August 19, 2014 at 4:56 pmMy oldest uses quite a bit of protein powder. I bet he’d like that…and 99-cents can’t be beat!
Krystal's Kitsch says
August 19, 2014 at 5:26 pmOhh man, it’s already pumpkin season! Looks so good and refreshing.
Amy Desrosiers says
August 19, 2014 at 9:18 pmOh how I love everything pumpkin! This looks like no exception! Yum.
Felicia says
August 19, 2014 at 9:32 pmI love anything pumpkin! I’ll have to give this a try.
Lisa says
August 19, 2014 at 10:43 pmI love Blueberry Banana Smoothies. I always have to have a banana in there!
Cynthia Wright says
August 19, 2014 at 11:12 pmI am a huge smoothie fan. I must say I have never had a smoothie with pumpkin before. On my things to try list.
Liz Mays says
August 20, 2014 at 9:59 amI’m not sure I have a favorite smoothie, but pumpkin is up on the list. I love that you used turmeric.
Stacie @ The Divine Miss Mommy says
August 22, 2014 at 5:39 pmThis smoothie sounds delicious. I’ve never tried the combo before, but I can only imagine how rich it would be. I’ll have to make myself one.
chrystal says
August 25, 2014 at 12:32 pmIt’s creamy and wonderful.