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High-protein smoothie with banana and cocoa
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Banana cocoa protein smoothie (300 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.2 g of carbs, 21.6 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 5.4 g of fiber. Its 375 mg of Phosphorus covers 54% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
264
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
34.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
21.6g
· 43% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
5.4g
· 19% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 49% · Protein 31% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% |
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 240 g | 211 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 250 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 290 kcal |
| 12 ounce (medium) | 340 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 420 g | 370 kcal |
| 16 ounce (large) | 454 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Blend a banana with milk or yogurt, cocoa powder, and your chosen protein source to make a banana cocoa protein smoothie. Add liquid gradually until it reaches the consistency you like; the sweetness and flavor depend on your banana and protein powder.
A banana cocoa protein smoothie does not cause weight loss by itself. It can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but whether it works as a filling snack or meal depends on its ingredients and what it replaces.
You can have a banana cocoa protein smoothie before or after a workout. Before exercise, its thick texture may feel uncomfortable for some people, so leave time to digest it or make it thinner; afterward, it can be a convenient snack.
Yes, you can make a banana cocoa protein smoothie without protein powder. Use a protein-containing base such as Greek yogurt or milk, if those suit your recipe; the final drink will have a different protein content and texture from one made with powder.
Usually not: a ripe banana adds sweetness to a banana cocoa protein smoothie. Taste it before adding anything, especially if your cocoa or protein powder is sweetened; unsweetened cocoa can make the drink more bitter, not less nutritious.
Yes, frozen bananas work well in a banana cocoa protein smoothie and make it colder and thicker. Blend with enough liquid to keep the mixture moving, adding more a little at a time rather than overfilling the blender.
Unsweetened cocoa powder is a good choice for a banana cocoa protein smoothie because it gives a chocolate flavor without adding the sweetness of drinking chocolate. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste, since cocoa can be quite bitter.
A banana cocoa protein smoothie can replace breakfast if it is substantial enough for you, but a basic drink may not keep you satisfied for long. Adding oats, yogurt, or nut butter can make it more filling and closer to a meal.
A banana cocoa protein smoothie is best soon after blending, but you can keep it covered in the refrigerator for a short time. The banana may darken and the ingredients can separate; shake or blend it again before drinking.
A banana cocoa protein smoothie can taste bitter if you use a lot of unsweetened cocoa or a protein powder with a strong aftertaste. Try using a riper banana, reducing the cocoa, or adjusting the liquid before adding a sweetener.
Vitamins
B12
1.05µg · 44% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Biotin
6.3µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
375mg · 54% DV
Calcium
330mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
765mg · 23% DV
Sodium
156mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 264 calories in 1 serving (medium) (300 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Banana cocoa protein smoothie blends ripe banana and cocoa with a protein-rich base, often milk or yoghurt; some versions also use protein powder. The banana brings natural sweetness and a creamy body, while cocoa adds a rounded, slightly bitter chocolate note. It is easy to make at home and works as a quick breakfast or snack.
In many places, people enjoy it chilled in the morning or after exercise, though it also makes a filling option between meals. It provides substantial protein alongside carbohydrates from the banana. For a less sweet version, use unsweetened cocoa and skip added sugar; oats make a good addition if you want a more substantial drink.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.