Red Velvet Protein Smoothie (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
Do you need to indulge your tastebuds in something sweet and chocolatey but not feel guilty afterward? Then STOP! Look no further. We are here to oblige your wishes. Our Red Velvet Protein Smoothie has a smooth velvet texture on your palate that awakens your senses of pleasure and relaxation. No artificiall fillers. Of course, it may help to improve your health. But drink in moderation. Read on to see for yourself.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Wooden spoon
- Smile with a "can do attitude!"
Ingredients
- 2 cup Non-dairy milk plant-based milk; almond, oat, coconut
- 2 Ripe bananas sliced frozen
- ⅓ cup Strawberries sliced and frozen
- ⅓ cup Beets * raw, cubed, and frozen
- 2 tbsp Cocoa powder 100% Cacao Special Dark Hershey's Cocoa
- 1 Medjool date pitted optional
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Chia seeds ground
- 1 scoop Plant-based protein powder optional...I use Orgain Organic Protein Powder
Instructions
- Blend: Blend high speed frozen ripe bananas, strawberries, beets, non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, date, vanilla extract, chia seeds, and protein powder in a food processor until smooth & creamy (not runny).
- Pour: Pour from food processor into four 8 ounces or two 16 ounces glasses. Don't judge! It's just that delicious.
- Serve: Serve immediately. Have fun and enjoy!
Notes
* Taste and add additional natural sweetener to your liking. * Prepare ahead of time by keeping frozen ripe bananas, diced beets, and fruit stored in the freezer. * Optional toppings: Add vanilla bean/extract, dark chocolate, coconut whipped cream, or beetroot powder. If you add beetroot powder, it will give it a more earthy taste and crimson color. If you add more cocoa/cacao powder, you'll have a deeper chocolate flavor. *Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
Nutrition
Sodium: 290.28mgIron: 6.33mgCalcium: 442.67mgVitamin C: 42.66mgSugar: 31.3gFiber: 11.72gPotassium: 1075.63mgCalories: 389.03kcalTrans Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.53gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5.8gSaturated Fat: 1.43gFat: 10.5gProtein: 22.84gCarbohydrates: 56.63g
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