This smoothie packs a whopping 22 grams of protein without any added protein powder! It’s also full of healthy Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and fibre for a breakfast that will definitely keep you satisfied until lunch time! This makes 1 meal-sized smoothie or 2 snack-sized smoothies.
Ingredients:
2 cups loosely packed spinach or baby kale leaves (about 2 handfuls)
1.5 cups frozen sweet cherries
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder or raw cacao powder
2 tablespoons hemp hearts
1 tablespoon natural peanut butter or almond butter
1-1.5 cups milk of choice
¼ cup rolled oats, or sub an additional 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
Pinch of salt, optional but helps bring out the chocolate flavour
3-4 ice cubes
½ banana, optional for added sweetness
Instructions:
Place all ingredients in a high speed blender, starting with 1 cup of milk, and blend until smooth and creamy, adding additional milk if needed to get things going. Taste and add ½ banana if you need added sweetness.
Serves: 1-2