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Get the Recipe: Paleo Dark Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie

This Paleo Dark Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie is thick, creamy, and so easy! This healthy chocolate smoothie tastes just like chocolate soft serve ice cream. It is made with healthy ingredients but tastes like a decadent dessert!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 smoothie
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana
  • ½ cup milk of choice
  • 1 large handful spinach about 1 cup unpacked
  • 2 tbsp dark cocoa powder
  • protein powder optional

Instructions

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  1. First, add all ingredients to a blender.
  2. Blend on high until smooth, about 15 to 20 seconds.
  3. Finally, pour into a cup and enjoy!¼

Notes

  • Sliced frozen banana will blend more easily than a full frozen banana.
  • I use homemade almond milk, but any milk will work.  Canned coconut milk will make this smoothie VERY thick.
  • Use up to 1 cup of milk for a thinner smoothie.
  • For a thicker smoothie, use frozen spinach.  If using frozen spinach, use no more than 1/4 cup.  Frozen spinach is much more dense than loose leaf spinach.
  • Protein powder is optional.  I like Nuzest for a plant based option and Ancient Nutrition Collagen.
  • I always use Hershey's Dark Cocoa Powder but any cocoa powder will work.
  • This recipe makes one large smoothie.  
  • The nutrition facts do not include protein powder.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 167mg (7%) Potassium 580mg (17%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 169IU (3%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 170mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1smoothie

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 167mg 7%
Potassium 580mg 12%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 169IU 3%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 170mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

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