After the run
Cocoa-banana recovery smoothie
A cold post-run blend with banana, milk, yogurt, oats, and cocoa.
- Prep
- 5 minutes
- Total
- 5 minutes
- Yield
- 1 large serving
Ingredients
What you need
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk or fortified soy milk
- 1/2 cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt or soy yogurt
- 2 tablespoons quick oats
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup, optional
- Small pinch of salt
Method
Make it
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth, adding a splash of water if needed.
- Taste and add the optional maple syrup if you prefer more sweetness.
Pack and keep
Storage
Drink promptly or refrigerate for no more than 24 hours. Keep below 40°F / 4°C.
On the move
Transport in an insulated bottle with an ice pack if it will not be refrigerated immediately.
Estimated nutrition
Usually 55–70 g carbohydrate and 20–30 g protein, depending on the milk, yogurt, and optional syrup.
Allergens
May contain milk, soy, and gluten from oats. Select and verify alternatives as needed.