Chocolate Black Bean Smoothie Recipe
Servings: small smoothies
This creamy chocolate black bean smoothie is perfectly rich and fudgey for a fun and delicious snack or treat! Don't worry - the beans add extra creaminess and let the banana, chocolate, and dates shine through. This is the perfect smoothie for picky eaters who aren't getting enough fiber or protein!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk or milk alternative
- 1 overripe frozen banana
- 1/2 cup cooked or canned low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- 1 level tablespoon cacao powder
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 2-3 pitted dates
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine the milk, frozen banana, black beans, hemp hearts, cacao powder, and almond butter. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the blender if needed.
- For additional sweetness, add in 2-3 pitted dates and blend until smooth.
- Serve right away for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Add a bit more milk if you prefer a thinner smoothie.
- If your dates are on the firmer side, soak them in a bowl of boiling hot water for 5-10 minutes to soften before blending.
- Use an overripe banana to maximize sweetness in this smoothie.
Nutrition
Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 136mg | Iron: 3mg
