Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan
SERVES 2
PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES
Smoothies aren’t just for breakfast! Try a decadent, rich chocolate version that’s naturally sweetened with health-promoting fruit and complemented with smooth almond butter for heart-healthy fat. There’s a secret ingredient in this recipe: spinach! It provides even more immune support that won’t change the flavor of your dessert at all. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, this can be a healthy and delicious replacement for other options that are high in added sugar and saturated fat.
3 cups unsweetened soy milk
1 cup frozen cherries
1 frozen banana
½ cup baby spinach
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons almond butter
Bioactive ingredients:
soy milk, cherry, spinach, cocoa, almond
Put the soy milk, cherries, banana, spinach, cocoa powder, and almond butter in a blender. Pulse until smooth.
Per Serving:
Calories: 303; Total fat: 13g; Saturated fat: 1g; Protein: 14g; Total carbohydrates: 40g; Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 25g; Cholesterol: 0g
VARIATION:
Frozen cherries and banana help with the thick texture and cool temperature of the smoothie. If you want to use fresh varieties, you can add ½ cup ice in addition to the other ingredients. Add more milk for a thinner smoothie or less for a thicker one. If you are looking for more protein, add a protein powder of your choice, or consider peanut powder. For added sweetness, add a pitted medjool date.