Kerry McClure – Practical Wellness

January 7, 2015

If you are looking for a dairy-free, protein-packed smoothie alternative, here you go! Enjoy!

Protein Packed Dairy-Free Smoothie
2 Servings

You can get more than 20 grams of protein with this whole foods, plant-based smoothie. Not to mention it’s loaded with fiber, calcium, antioxidants, and vitamins.

Ingredients:
2 cups spinach
2 cups almond milk
1 cup blueberries or cherries
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 tablespoon flax seeds
1/4 cup coconut flakes
1 tablespoon cacao powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1 cup ice
Add more berries for sweetness (optional)

Directions:
Wash spinach and berries thoroughly

Place all ingredients in a high speed blender (like Vitamix) and blend until desired consistency.

Sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings if you want an extra treat.

Recipe source of inspiration: http://www.mindbodygreen.com/…/the-1-reason-to-ditch-dairy.…