Mocha Banana Smoothie

Makes 2 servings

Chocolate and bananas are a stellar combination, but this Mocha Banana Smoothie ups the ante, since it’s brimming with protein; perfect for those short on fuel. Blended with chocolate protein powder, coffee, and avocado, this smoothie is the best morning pick-me-up!

INGREDIENTS

1 banana
½ cup coconut milk
½ cup frozen cauliflower florets
¼ cup avocado
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon dark chocolate chips
1 teaspoon chia seeds

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all Ingredients in a blender except the chocolate chips and chia seeds, and process until smooth.
2. Pour into two glasses, top each with half the chocolate chips and chia seeds (optional), and serve.

NUTRITION • PER ONE SERVING

Calories 316 (4%)
Total Fat 13.14 g (27%)
Saturated Fat 4.397 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.062 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4.531 g
Trans Fat 0.012 g
Cholesterol 6 mg
Sodium 205 mg (14%)
Total Carbohydrate: 36.36 g (15%)
Dietary Fiber: 10.3 g (41%)
Total Sugars: 17.99 g
Protein: 19 g (35%)
Vitamin A 184 mcg (8%)
Vitamin C 23.9 mcg (32%)
Vitamin D 1 mcg
Potassium 920 mg (20%)
Calcium 179 mg (18%)
Iron 544 mg (30%)

This AMAZING Recipe can be found in my new Desserts on the Mediterranean cookbook here