This Berry Protein Smoothie is the fastest brain-boosting meal you can make. Berries — especially blueberries and strawberries — are one of the MIND diet’s most important food groups, packed with flavonoids shown to delay cognitive aging by up to 2.5 years. Blended with Greek yogurt for protein, banana for natural sweetness, and a spoonful of peanut butter or flaxseed for healthy fats, this smoothie is a refreshing way to nourish your mind any time of day.
Prep time: 3 min
Ingredients (serves 1)
- 1 cup frozen berries
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or stevia/monk fruit sweetened)
- 1/2 large banana
- 1 scoop of protein powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or dairy milk
- 1 Tbsp. unsweetened peanut butter or ground flaxseeds
Instructions
Blend until smooth.
Cold, creamy, sweet — feels like a treat that supports your memory.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 380 | Total fat: 12g | Sodium: 210mg | Total Carbohydrate: 38g | Dietary Fiber: 6g | Protein: 32g
* Approximate values. Actual nutrition may vary by brand and serving size.
MIND Diet Highlight: The MIND diet recommends berries at least twice a week. Research shows that the anthocyanins in blueberries may improve communication between brain cells.
