Where to Get Your Protein Purple Smoothie

 

Worried about meeting protein needs on a plant-based diet? It’s actually pretty simple to get plenty of protein, especially when you’re eating whole plant-based foods like hemp, almond butter, and flax meal. Add some blueberries for a pretty purple hue, and you’re on your way to health through a tasty smoothie!

Where to Get Your Protein Purple Smoothie

Ingredients

 1 ½ cups plant-based milk (unsweetened)

 2 cups blueberries

 ¼ cup hemp seeds

 2 tbsp flax meal

 ¼ cup almond butter (unsalted, unsweetened)

 2 whole dates (pitted, optional if you like it a little sweeter)

Directions

1

Add all ingredients to the blender and mix on high for 2–3 minutes or until hemp seeds are completely blended. Top with extra hemp seeds and cinnamon and enjoy!

Chef's Notes

Substitutions
Make your plant-based milk go further by substituting ½ cup of water for ½ cup unsweetened plant-based milk. Just know that it will be less creamy.

Any berries are great here! Feel free to use organic strawberries or a combination of berries in place of blueberries.

No almond butter? Add ¼ cup whole raw almonds and blend a little longer.

Make it cold and slushy
Add a handful of ice to the blender if you prefer it cold and slushy.

Add superfood boosters
Add your favorite superfood powders. I added 1 tsp spirulina and 1 tsp mushroom powder for an extra immune boost. It’ll still be delicious!

Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.

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