Chocolate Almond Smoothie

This is not your normal smoothie. It is one of the richest, most decadent creations. An instant classic, this Energy smoothie has helped transition many a standard-diet eater into a healthier whole food advocate.

When looking for amazing smoothies that are power packed with nutrients and amazing taste, the Chocolate Almond Smoothie is a favourite.

2 medium frozen bananas
2-4 fresh or soaked (in hot water) dried dates
2 cups cold water (or 1 1/2 cups water plus 1 cup ice)
1/4 cup almonds (or
2 tbsp raw almond butter)
1 tbsp ground flaxseed
1 tbsp hemp protein
1 tbsp roasted carob powder (or cacao nibs to make smoothie 100% raw)
1 tbsp maca powder
1 tbsp lacuma
1 tbsp whey concentrate or isolate protein powder or add a vegan chocolate powder
1 tbsp (15 mL) cacao nibs (Add once done and pulse for a crunchy smoothie)

Instructions

In a blender, combine all the ingredients except the ice and cacao nibs.

Add ice to about 1 inch (2.5 cm) above the liquid line.

Blend on high speed until smooth.

Serve topped with cacao nibs or blitz the nibs for a second or two to mix.

Hemp seeds can also be added last without including into the blender. Be generous as these seeds provide abundant nutrition and protein.

Products

Zinzino Omega BalanceOil+ (300 ml)

NuVita Ester C

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