Spirulina and Hemp Protein Smoothie

Want a super fast and easy, nutrient dense protein smoothie to start your day?  This Spirulina and Hemp Protein Smoothie will give you the protein and fiber you need to start your day, a fruit serving and three superfoods -hemp, spirulina and maca powder.

I used homemade almond milk to make it a raw smoothie, but you can use any dairy or a non-dairy beverage if you’d like to make it vegan.

5 Fast Facts About Spirulina:

• boosts immune system
• normalizes cholesterol
• rich protein content (by weight contains all essential amino acids)
• same calcium, phosphorus and magnesium content as milk
• 4 x as much B12 as raw liver

5 Fast Facts About Maca:

• increases stamina
• beneficial to the circulatory
• can regulate hormonal imbalances
• acts as an anticarcenogen and antioxidant
• enhances memory, learning and mental ability

5 Fast Facts About Hemp Protein + Fiber:

• provides 11 g of raw, organic protein
• contains all 8 essential amino acids
• contains 10% beneficial fats
• contains 43% fiber (90% insoluble and 10% soluble)
• high in magnesium (35% dv), iron (25% dv) and zinc (15% dv)

5 Fast Facts About Almonds:

• regulates cholesterol and blood pressure
• loaded with protein, calcium and fiber
• an energy booster
• high in antioxidants
• can reduce the risk of heart disease

5 Fast Facts About Bananas:

• helps to combat depression
• aids in weight loss
• strengthens the immune system
• high in fiber
• helps to lower blood pressure

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Spirulina and Hemp Protein Smoothie

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup homemade almond milk (or other non-dairy milk)
• 1 tablespoon organic spirulina powder
• 3 tablespoons hemp protein powder (Nutiva (Hemp Protein & High Fiber))
• 1 teaspoon organic maca powder
• 1 organic banana

Directions

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a Vitamix blender and blend until well combined. Enjoy!