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Refreshing Watermelon and Basil Protein Smoothie

Name: Refreshing Watermelon and Basil Protein Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled; 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk); 1 scoop vegan protein powder (vanilla or unflavored); 10 fresh basil leaves; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for added fiber and omega-3); Ice cubes (optional, for thickness and chill); 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or agave syrup (optional, for natural sweetness)

By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 21, 2026 | Updated Jul 22, 2026

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Refreshing Watermelon and Basil Protein Smoothie with measured ingredients, 5-minute timing, 2-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for protein-focused meals, snacks, smoothies, and meal preparation.

Prep 5 min

Cook 0 min

Total 5 min

Servings 2

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Fusion

Ingredients

Servings 2

2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
1 scoop vegan protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
10 fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for added fiber and omega-3)
Ice cubes (optional, for thickness and chill)
1-2 teaspoons maple syrup or agave syrup (optional, for natural sweetness)

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Instructions

Add the cubed watermelon, plant-based milk, vegan protein powder, fresh basil leaves, and lemon juice to a high-speed blender.
Optionally add chia seeds and maple or agave syrup for extra nutrition and sweetness.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy. For a thicker, chilled smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again until ice is fully crushed and incorporated.
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary, blending briefly again if additional syrup is added.
Pour into two glasses and garnish with a basil leaf or a thin watermelon wedge if desired.
Serve immediately to enjoy maximum freshness and nutrient benefits.