Walnut and Greens Protein Smoothie with Walnut Cream Topping
Description
Creamy, rich, and satisfying, this walnut smoothie is a protein-packed, dairy-free treat that showcases California walnut cream in three delicious forms. Blend with fresh kale or add your favorite greens powder for a nutrient boost. For a sweet presentation, swirl chocolate inside the glass and top with crunchy cocoa nibs. No walnut butter on hand, you can make it, buy some or simply toss in a handful of toasted walnuts for that irresistible roasted flavor. Customize it with your favorite plant-based protein powder for the ultimate high-protein smoothie.
Ingredients
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2 tsp (10g) Chocolate Fudge Walnut Sauce
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1 ½ cups (340g) Thin Viscosity Walnut Cream
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3 Tbsp (50g) California Walnut Butter
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½ cup (60g) Protein Powder
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2 Tbsp (45g) Honey
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1 cup (15g) Packed Kale
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1 Banana
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3 cups (340g) Ice cubes
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1 Tbsp (15g) Medium Viscosity Walnut Cream
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1 tsp (5g) Toasted California walnuts, finely chopped
PREPARATION
Preparation
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Drizzle the inside of a 16 oz glass with walnut chocolate sauce, allowing it to drip down the inside of the glass.
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In a blender, combine walnut cream, walnut butter, protein powder, honey, kale, bananas, and ice.
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Start the blender on low, then quickly increase the speed to the highest speed.
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Blend at high speed until very smooth, about 1 minute
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Fill the glass, leaving ½ inch of space at the top.
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Garnish with a dollop of the medium walnut cream, and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
Chef Tips
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Chocolate-drizzled glasses can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 390 cal
- Total Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4 g
- Total Sugars: 16 g
- Added Sugars: 10 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Vitamin D: 0 mcg
- Calcium: 170 mg
- Iron: 1.6 mg
- Potassium: 460 mg