Walnut and Greens Protein Smoothie with Walnut Cream Topping
Total Time
10 Mins
Serves
4
Serving Size
8 fl oz.
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.
Total Time
Prep Time
5 Mins
Cook Time
5 Mins
Total Time
10 Mins
Nutrition
Calories
390
Total Fat
27
Saturated Fat
2.5
Trans Fat
0
Polyunsaturated Fat
19
Monounsaturated Fat
4
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
75
Carbohydrates
28
Dietary Fiber
4
Total Sugars
16
Added Sugars
10
Protein
16
Vitamin D
0
Calcium
170
Iron
1.6
Potassium
460
Ingredients
- 2 tsp (10g) Chocolate Fudge Walnut Sauce
- 1 ½ cups (340g) Thin Viscosity Walnut Cream
- 3 Tbsp (50g) California Walnut Butter
- ½ cup (60g) Protein Powder
- 2 Tbsp (45g) Honey
- 1 cup (15g) Packed Kale
- 1 Banana
- 3 cups (340g) Ice cubes
- 1 Tbsp (15g) Medium Viscosity Walnut Cream
- 1 tsp (5g) Toasted California walnuts, finely chopped
Preparation
Preparation
- Drizzle the inside of a 16 oz glass with walnut chocolate sauce, allowing it to drip down the inside of the glass.
- In a blender, combine walnut cream, walnut butter, protein powder, honey, kale, bananas, and ice.
- Start the blender on low, then quickly increase the speed to the highest speed.
- Blend at high speed until very smooth, about 1 minute
- Fill the glass, leaving ½ inch of space at the top.
- Garnish with a dollop of the medium walnut cream, and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
Chef Tips
- Chocolate-drizzled glasses can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.