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Delicious Chocolate Protein Smoothie

Enjoy something delicious and satisfying with this easy-to-make recipe.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: Breakfast , Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup kefir or almond milk (see note)
  • ¼ to ⅓ to ⅓ cup unsalted cashews
  • ⅓ to ½ to ½ cup packed spinach
  • 1 heaping tablespoon cocoa powder natural unsweetened or Dutch-process
  • 1 scoop or more protein powder
  • 10 to 15 to 15 frozen cherries
  • ½ to 1 to 1 frozen banana

Instructions

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  1. Add the ingredients in the order listed to a high-powered blender and process until smooth, scraping down the sides if needed.

Notes

  • Adaptations: you can see from the ingredient list that this smoothie is rather adaptable. I don't usually measure much; I just throw in a handful of cashews - same with the spinach.
  • Almond Milk: if using almond milk, you can use unsweetened or a sweetened vanilla variety.
  • Sweetness: if you'd like the smoothie sweeter, you can add in a pitted date or a drizzle of honey (but that's not really necessary especially if using a whole banana).
  • Protein Powder: my favorite protein powder is vital collagens. It is unsweetened/unflavored.
  • Blender: a good blender should have no trouble blending the cashews super smooth with enough time.
  • Cocoa: also, Dutch-process cocoa will make the smoothie a bit darker and sweeter than natural, unsweetened (I've used both with great results).

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 18mg (6%) Sodium 231mg (10%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 231mg 10%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.