Bajan Muscle Builder Smoothie

About this meal

A nourishing, high-protein smoothie with tropical Barbadian fruits, creamy Greek yogurt, almond butter, oats, seeds, warming spices, and fresh coconut milk. Designed to support muscle gain and healthy weight, with balanced sweet-savory flavor notes.

Ingredients

• Ripe banana (peeled) — 1 large
• Fresh mango (cubed) — 1/2 cup
• Creamy natural almond butter — 2 tbsp
• Rolled oats — 1/4 cup
• Unflavored or vanilla plant-based protein powder — 1 scoop (25g)
• Ground flaxseed — 1 tbsp
• Cinnamon — 1/2 tsp
• Nutmeg — 1/4 tsp
• Pure vanilla extract — 1/4 tsp
• Plain Greek yogurt (full fat or 2%) — 1/2 cup
• Fresh coconut milk (homemade or carton) — 3/4 cup
• Honey or date syrup — 1 tbsp or to taste
• Ice cubes (optional, for chilling) — 3-4

Steps

1. In a blender, combine the banana, cubed mango, almond butter, rolled oats, plant-based protein powder, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and fresh coconut milk.
2. Optionally, add honey or date syrup to taste for sweetness.
3. Add ice cubes if a chilled smoothie is desired.
4. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as needed (add more coconut milk to thin or more oats for thickness).
6. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.