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Home » High Protein Snacks » Easy Pomegranate Smoothie (5 Ingredients, Dairy-Free)

Easy Pomegranate Smoothie (5 Ingredients, Dairy-Free)

12/13/2021 by fitasamamabear

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With 30 grams of protein this festive, pomegranate smoothie is a vibrant blend of colors. Creamy and sweetened with honey, it’s a Holiday-inspired smoothie that’s easy to whip up and a great way to use up those pomegranate arils!

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Do you need a nutrient-packed breakfast or vibrant, an uplifting snack that tastes as good as it looks?

This pomegranate smoothie is a powerhouse of nutrients and a unique blend of healthy fats and protein.

This smoothie:

  • Has a whopping 30 grams of protein!
  • Is only 300kcal
  • Uses minimal ingredients
  • Is a festive way to stay full and fueled
  • Makes a tasty, post-workout meal
  • Is a hit with kids because of it’s color

Ingredients You Need

One of the perks of this Holiday-inspired smoothie is that it doesn’t contain bananas!

Though bananas do wonders to make a smoothie creamy, it’s nice to switch up your ingredients every once in a while (learn more about how to build the best smoothie!)

Pomegranate Arils: this protein smoothie uses the actual arils instead of juice. These arils are rich in fiber and antioxidants. All of which you’re getting by using the seeds instead of concentrated juice (learn about the wicked benefits of pomegranate seeds)

Coconut milk: this is what helps make the smoothie creamy in addition to adding some healthy fats. Make sure to use canned coconut milk (the white not the water!) for best results (this is actually one of my crucial pantry staples for a gluten-free diet).

Homemade hemp milk: homemade hemp milk is another ingredient that helps with the texture of the smoothie. It’s ultra-creamy and by making your own you reduce your intake of excess sugars, carcinogenic oils, and random additives.

Honey: pomegranate arils aren’t very sweet. So the addition of honey helps boost the flavor of the recipe. Opt for raw honey and enjoy the anti-bacterial nature of it too!

Collagen powder: the cleanest protein you’ll find. Perfect Supplements collagen powder is sourced from grass-fed cows. It’s an ideal way to get more protein into your diet and a clean option for kids.

Optional: if you want to stretch the smoothie further, add in some fresh or frozen strawberries to give it more of a berry flavor.

Sliced pomegranate on a cutting board with ingredients to make a smoothie in measuring cups around it and all ingredients labeled

Step By Step Photos

Sliced pomegranate on a cutting board with ingredients to make a smoothie in measuring cups around it
Portion out the ingredients
Blender with ice, pomegranate arils and collagen powder
Add ingredients to a high powdered blender.
Purple protein smoothie being poured from a blender into a short glass ona cutting board
Blend and pour into a glass.
Purple pomegranate smoothie in small glass topped with polkadot straw and pomegranate seeds on a cutting board with a sliced pomegranate behind it
Top with your favorites & enjoy.

How To Make A Pomegranate Smoothie

First, you’ll need to either purchase pomegranate seeds or remove them yourself from the pomegranate (this is how I remove the pomegranate seeds. Works every time!).

  1. Add all the ingredients into a high powdered blender
  2. Process on high for 2-3 minutes until everything is combined
  3. Pour into a tall glass and top with your favorite add-ons

Important Teaching Tips

Every blender is unique in how well it processes ingredients. Pomegranate seeds can be tricky. I use a Vitamix and need to blend for about one minute.

If you have a less powerful blender, you need to process the smoothie longer so that it comes out creamy and not chunky.

Adding some berries is a great way to stretch the smoothie. Opt for a ½ cup of frozen strawberries to maintain the color of the smoothie. If doing this, you’ll want to add in ¼ cup of water. With these additions, the recipe makes one super large smoothie or two smaller ones.

Choosing A Collagen Powder

Though protein powder will work in this pomegranate smoothie recipe, the one you choose will affect both the texture and the flavor of the smoothie (learn more about choosing the BEST protein powder for your goals).

The reason this protein smoothie uses collagen is that it’s a clean form of protein.

Collagen is a beneficial part of bone broth and is wonderful for your hair, skin, and nails. 

Learn more about collagen and why you may want to boost your intake. However, unlike bone broth, it doesn’t taste like well, bone broth.

Similarly, collagen powder is odorless and flavorless. Plus, if ethically sourced is one of the purest forms of protein you can give to your kids!

I grab my collagen from Perfect Supplements and while I love their big tub of powder, I love the individual packets even more!

I find collagen the easiest way to boost protein in smoothies, vegan yogurts, oatmeal, or any other dish. It blends and mixes well and there are zero flavors to it. Plus, Perfect Supplements sources their collagen from pasture-raised (grass-fed) cows. So, I trust it.

Grab some collagen powder and use code mamabear10 to save some money.

Smoothie Add-Ons

We love topping out protein smoothies with our favorite add ons to make them unique every time. Below are our favorite choices:

  • Crunchy granola
  • Toasted coconut
  • 2-minute coconut whip cream
  • Nut butter
  • Pimpkin seeds
  • More berries

Frequently Asked Questions About Pomegranate Smoothies

Can you blend pomegranate seeds in a smoothie?

Pomegranate seeds (called arils) can be blended into a smoothie. They’re an easy way to make your smoothie recipe vibrant as well as take in some additional antioxidants. However, you’ll need a powerful blender like a Vitamix to ensure the arils are fully mixed into the smoothie and no texture from them remains.

What fruit goes with pomegranate?

In a pomegranate smoothie, berries tend to create an ideal flavor. Opt for fresh or frozen raspberries or strawberries to maintain the vibrant color of pomegranates.

Purple pomegranate smoothie in small glass topped with polkadot straw and pomegranate seeds on a cutting board with a sliced pomegranate behind it

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Purple pomegranate smoothie in small glass topped with polkadot straw and pomegranate seeds on a cutting board with a sliced pomegranate behind it

High Protein Pomegranate Smoothie (Dairy-free)

Bright, refreshing flavor this healthy pomegranate smoothie makes a tasty post-workout snack! Holiday-inspired it boasts 30 grams of protein per serving and is a great way to boost your daily intake!
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
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Total Time 5 mins
Course Breakfast, post-workout, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 298 kcal

Equipment

  • Vitamix

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils
  • 2 tbs coconut milk
  • ½ cup hemp milk
  • 1 tbs honey
  • ⅛ cup collagen powder
  • 4 ice cubes
  • ½ cup strawberries optional

Instructions
 

  • In a powerful blender, add all the ingredients.
  • Process for 1-3 minutes until all the seeds are dissolved.
  • Pour into a jar, top with your favorite add-ons, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Every blender is unique in how well it processes ingredients. Pomegranate seeds can be tricky. I use a Vitamix and need to blend for about one minute.
  • If you have a less powerful blender, you need to process the smoothie longer so that it comes out creamy and not chunky.
  • If you want to add some berries, opt for a ½ cup of frozen strawberries to maintain the color of the smoothie. If doing this, you’ll want to add in ¼ cup of water. With these additions, the recipe makes one super large smoothie or two smaller ones.

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 30gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 166mgPotassium: 228mgFiber: 3gSugar: 23gVitamin A: 246IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 160mgIron: 2mg
Keyword collagen smoothie
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Meet Shelby - a Certified Strength And Conditioning Specialist, Certified Nutrition Coach. As a mom of three young girls and coach for the past ten years, Shelby now strives to make fitness and healthy living practical for busy moms. By sharing her knowledge and the resources on her website, Shelby helps busy moms get fit, happy, and healthy.

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Comments

  1. Susan

    December 13, 2021 at 12:43 pm

    Not only does this sound amazing, but it's so darn pretty!!!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 14, 2021 at 12:04 pm

      It's such a fun color!

      Reply
  2. Donny

    December 15, 2021 at 3:22 pm

    5 stars
    I've made a smoothie with pomegranate seeds before and it was such a pain (you had to blend them up, then filter them out, reblend, etc.). This is so much easier and so good!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 17, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      I think it definitely depends on the blender but I totally agree, who has time for straining and reblending?!

      Reply
  3. ChihYu

    December 16, 2021 at 4:45 am

    5 stars
    Nothing better than a comforting & delicious smoothie that's beautiful to look at, simple ingredients and gives you energy! Great for enjoying on the run!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 17, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      The color definitely brightens up your day!

      Reply
  4. tina

    December 17, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    5 stars
    What a tasty treat! I heard collagen is super good for you so thanks for including that in the recipe!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 17, 2021 at 5:16 pm

      Collagen is one of those "I push that sh*t in everything" lol

      Reply
  5. jennifer

    December 19, 2021 at 3:41 pm

    5 stars
    YUM! I love that you put collagen in there -- I'm a big fan!

    Reply
    • fitasamamabear

      December 20, 2021 at 1:18 am

      Yes!! Collagen is a lifesaver!

      Reply

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