This hemp heart smoothie is creamy, delicious, and perfect for a filling breakfast on the go. Give it a try if you’re looking for nutrient-packed drinks, like this date and avocado smoothie, which is another yummy option.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Hemp hearts are the shelled inner part of the hemp seed. They’re a good source of plant-based complete protein, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc. If you have trouble finding them at your local grocery stores, they’re often available at health food stores, or you can easily order them online.
You can use any type of unsweetened milk you like in this smoothie. I went with soy milk this time.
Cocoa powder gives this smoothie a delicious chocolate flavor that balances the earthiness of the hemp hearts. You can use raw cacao powder instead, or you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract if you prefer.
Banana adds creaminess and sweetness to this smoothie. You can substitute 3/4 cup of berries or any type of chopped fruit you prefer.
I like to add a little extra sweetness to this smoothie by including one pitted date. You can omit the date for a lower sugar version, in which case the smoothie will be only subtly sweet.
How to Make a Hemp Heart Smoothie
Add the hemp hearts, banana, cocoa powder, unsweetened milk of choice, and date (optional) to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Enjoy right away, or store in the fridge for up to three days, then stir before serving.
Hemp Heart Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons hemp hearts
- 1 medium banana (or substitute 3/4 cup berries or chopped fruit)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice
- 1 pitted date (optional for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Add 3 tablespoons hemp hearts, 1 medium banana, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice, and 1 pitted date (optional) to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Enjoy right away, or store in the fridge for up to three days, then stir before serving.
Notes
- For a vanilla version of this smoothie, substitute 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract instead of the cocoa powder.
