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Home » Recipes » Vegetarian Ideas

Dark Chocolate Blueberry Protein and Spinach Smoothie

Published: Apr 23, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 28 Comments

dark chocolate blueberry protein pin

Ok, I'll be the first to admit it. That doesn't sounds appetizing at ALL!

BUT it's the smoothie I make more than any other smoothie hands down, and it's time I share the specifics.

First though, let me apologize for my short hiatus. Last week I was in NYC for the BlogHer conference.

I spoke at Healthminder day, launched a new Travel Blog and partied like it was, well, 1979. Safe to say I've done NO cooking (or grocery shopping) since Tuesday of last week. When I woke up to a house with no eggs (my go-to breakfast) I decide to whip up my favorite smoothie instead.

According to NutritionData.com this concoction is a good source of Iron, Phosphorus and Potassium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Magnesium, Copper and Manganese. It's under 200 calories and you can make it super quick while grumpy babies tug at your pant legs.

Yea, it was one of those days. I wouldn't have had time to eat even if I wanted to.

Anyway, this recipe isn't super sweet and isn't suppose to be. The dark chocolate with blueberries is the perfect favor combination in my opinion. The spinach is undetectable and the protein powder makes it that fun smoothie texture. If you like yours a little sweeter add a half of ripe banana or a little honey, but try it first without, you may be surprised!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw spinach (44g)
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries (100g)
  • 1 scoop unflavored protein powder (like Any Whey)
  • 2 tablespoon Dark Cocoa Powder (like Special from Hershey's)
  • 4-6 oz of Unsweetened almond milk (I start with 4 and add a splash more if needed)

Instructions

Put everything in the blender or bullet.

Blend until smooth.

The 7 year old said he didn't like it because blueberries and chocolate don't "go together only strawberries and chocolate do." He's welcome to his opinion of course, but I told him he was crazy. 😉

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Dark Chocolate Blueberry Protein and Spinach Smoothie

Boost your morning routine with this delicious dark chocolate blueberry protein and spinach smoothie. It's the perfect blend of nutrition and flavor!
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Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 1 min
Total Time 3 mins
Course Smoothie
Cuisine American
Servings 1 people
Calories 257 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups raw spinach 44g
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries 100g
  • 1 scoop unflavored protein powder like Any Whey
  • 2 tablespoon Dark Cocoa Powder like Special from Hershey's
  • 4-6 oz of Unsweetened almond milk I start with 4 and add a splash more if needed

Instructions
 

  • Put everything in the blender or bullet.
    2 cups raw spinach, 1 cup frozen blueberries, 1 scoop unflavored protein powder, 2 tablespoon Dark Cocoa Powder, 4-6 oz of Unsweetened almond milk
  • Blend until smooth.

Nutrition

Calories: 257kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 30gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 243mgPotassium: 691mgFiber: 9gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 5786IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 315mgIron: 5mg
Keyword Blueberry, Chocolate, Smoothie, Spinach
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  1. addmefast autoclicker says

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  2. Ern says

    April 15, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    Ooooo! This sound delicious, I love Chocolate.

    Reply
    • Checkers says

      February 17, 2015 at 7:08 pm

      So... good...looking! talk about antioxidants!!

      Reply
  3. Lisa Ann Mitchell says

    December 14, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    Chocolate and Blueberry..greeeaattt combination! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Andrea says

    October 23, 2013 at 10:38 am

    I lovethis smoothie!! I am trying to get in more veggies but my pregnanacy nausea is not liking the flavors of anything green. This smoothie helps me to be able to keep down a large amount of veggies and taastes great. My 2 year old gave it a thumbs up! Thanks for posting it!

    Reply
  5. Amy says

    August 19, 2013 at 11:53 am

    Hi... I just love your site; thank you for taking the time to share all of your creative ideas with us! I've run into a problem I thought you might be able to help me with. Based upon your recommendation, I have enjoyed the unflavored Any Whey Protein Powder in a variety of foods. It's really helped me boost my protein and energy level.

    My problem is that is appears that the "Any Whey" brand is discontinued now. Do you happen to have another brand/type that you would recommend?

    Thank you for any assistance!
    Amy

    Reply
    • roni says

      August 20, 2013 at 9:56 pm

      I do! This is my second go to...
      http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ATFPG8C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00ATFPG8C&linkCode=as2&tag=roswewapas-20

      Reply
  6. Jennifer says

    July 15, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    This looks insane!!! I'm a little scared of the weird combination but I think I'll have to try it, I'll let you know how it goes!

    Reply
  7. roni says

    November 26, 2012 at 6:40 am

    Hi Staci - Unfortunately most of my smoothies are fruit based and and pretty high in fiber. 🙁

    Reply
  8. Staci says

    November 25, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Hi Roni,
    I was recently diagnosed with gastroparesis, so smoothies are now going to be my main source of nutrician. I don't do well with fiber and am wondering if you have any of your yummy smoothie recipes that are lower in fiber. I love the recipes that I have seen and have these pinned for my girls!

    Reply
  9. Weight Loss Trainer says

    August 15, 2012 at 5:46 am

    Yum. think I just found an alternative to jamba juice!

    Reply
  10. Jennifer says

    August 14, 2012 at 9:07 am

    Just made this after my run this morning and it's really good, thank you. Recently, I've been getting a lot of romaine lettuce in my co-op basket so I use it instead of spinach and I like that I can't taste it. Hubby had some chocolate whey protein on hand too (i don't ever buy it), so that worked.

    Reply
  11. Valerie says

    August 11, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    I made one this morning and it was DELICIOUS ! If you have never had spinach in a smoothie, you cannot taste i, I promise, but all of the health benefits are hiding in there. I could barely taste the blueberries, just the chocolate, but that was OK with me:) I only had Jillian Michaels Chocolate Protein powder and it turned out fantastic ! Thanks for all of the inspiration Roni. You really help so many of us 🙂

    Reply
  12. roni says

    August 09, 2012 at 4:43 am

    Llow - I would normally agree with you but this is what I eat for breakfast on days I don't have time to eat. It's not a treat or a dessert. ALthough, I think it tastes like one. That being said, you can't get much more bare bones than this recipe. You could use water instead of milk to shave 40 cals and skip the protein powder to save 70cals but you'll probably lose the smoothie-ness of it.

    Also, some people wouldn't count this as 4 by skipping the spinach and blueberries as they are free. But since WW won't shed light on that conundrum I go with the highest possible points the recipe could be.

    Reply
  13. Llow says

    August 09, 2012 at 12:46 am

    Sounds delicious but 6WWPTS? Seriously! I can think of a whole lot of other fun things to eat for that many points! Any thoughts on how to lower the # of points?

    Reply
  14. Smoothie Maker says

    August 08, 2012 at 11:55 pm

    Just looking at that smoothie made me drool slightly 😉

    Reply
  15. Beatriz says

    August 08, 2012 at 2:12 pm

    Thanks Roni. That (sort of) clarifies it....I did use the recipe builder on Weight Watchers online to recalculate my smoothie and it came out to 6 points! Versus the 4 that I usually count it as which may explain why I haven't lost as much weight as I would have liked to by now...that's my excuse! 🙂

    Reply
  16. roni says

    August 08, 2012 at 1:14 pm

    I calculate all points just on nutritional information. This post may (kind of) clarify things... http://ronisweigh.com/2011/02/weight-watchers-pointsplus-recipe-calculations-any-insights.html

    Apparently counting "free" fruit in things like smoothies is up for interpretation. I go the safe route and count them. I don't want to falsely advertise the point values of things and I'd rather err on the side of over counting than under counting.

    Just my opinion, of course you can count any way you like! 🙂

    Reply
  17. Beatriz says

    August 08, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    This is delicious! I've been making a very similar one every day for the last month except that instead of protein powder, I put in 2 tbsp of nonfat plain greek yogurt and 2 tbsp of silken tofu (to bulk up the protein content). I also use light soymilk (sometimes use almond milk) and put in 1 heaping tbsp of ground flaxseeds and 1 tsp of matcha green tea powder (a bit costly and definitely an acquired taste but oh so good for you!) I'm on Weight Watchers too and was wondering how you calculate the 6 points on this particular smoothie above since with the new Point Plus system, all fruits and veggies are zero points so the blueberries and spinach don't count. You should come up with about 4 points (2 for the protein powder and 2 for the milk). Am I missing something?

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  18. roni says

    August 08, 2012 at 1:08 pm

    I'm so glad you liked it! I was a little worried this would be one only I like.. cause I REALLY like it, but I've been making it for months. Anyway, glad you took action today. I'm going to start a weigh day with everyone on RonisWeigh.com tonight if you are interested in joining in. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Kathy says

    August 08, 2012 at 12:13 pm

    I just found your website and I'm so in love with this smoothie. I've been wanting to change my diet forever (to lose weight) and decided today is the day. After reading this blog, I got up and made this smoothie and really like it. It satisfied my chocolate craving. Thanks

    Reply
  20. roni says

    August 07, 2012 at 7:16 pm

    Nancy - You're both crazy! lol Maybe I'll work on a fun root beer float! I've been craving one lately. 😉

    Reply
  21. roni says

    August 07, 2012 at 7:16 pm

    Stephanie - Totally! And I think it would add a fun dimension. I've even just used water in a pinch without a problem.

    Reply
  22. nancy says

    August 07, 2012 at 6:46 pm

    I agree with the boy--lol.
    Do you have any recipes for a rootbeer smoothie??--lol.

    Reply
  23. Stepanie says

    August 07, 2012 at 4:49 pm

    Do you think coconut water in place of almond milk would taste just as good?

    Reply
  24. Kati Mora, MS, RD, Kellogg's FiberPlus(R) Wellness Advocate says

    August 07, 2012 at 3:35 pm

    I think I'm in love with this smoothie! It looks incredible and combines a few of my favorite things - chocolate, almond milk,and fiber-licious berries! Yum!

    Reply
  25. roni says

    August 07, 2012 at 3:20 pm

    I have made it with chocolate flavored protein powder before. I just prefer to buy the unflavored so I can do what ever I want with it. I'm also obsessed with the dark cocoa stuff. As for coffee, I'm not a fan so not much health there. Sorry. 🙁

    Reply
  26. Becca says

    August 07, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    My protein powder is chocolate flavored -- do you think I could skip the cocoa powder and just use that instead? I use it in my smoothies daily and am always looking for new recipes to mix it up! I especially like smoothies that incorporate instant coffee so I can get my caffeine fix at the same time. Any ideas?

    Reply

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