5 hemp-tastic protein rich and delicious recipes
With a new decade dawning and all the possibilities a new year can bring – we’re excited to head into January with an extra spring in our step and an extra health kick to send us on our way.
So to inspire you to incorporate one of the most generous sources of nutrition – Hemp – into your everyday staple, the classic smoothie, we bring you five recipes to suit every palette. Read below and choose which one is best for you. Enjoy!
1. Chocolate Cherry Pie Hemp Shake
A delicious and healthy take on a truly indulgent classic – a drinkable dessert that is good for you too!
– 2 cups of frozen cherries // Source of fibre, vitamins and minerals including potassium, folic acid, calcium and vitamin A
– 1 cup unsweetened oat milk // Creamy alternative to dairy milk, suitable for vegans, great source of vitamin E
– 2 tablespoons raw cacao powder // Rich in Polyphenols which have been linked to reduced inflammation, better blood flow, lower blood pressure and improved cholestrol (cocoa powder is ok too)
– 1 scoop hemp protein powder // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
– To Sweeten, optional; 1 small medjool date (pitted and chopped) // Contains natural sugars, high in fibre
OR 1 teaspoon pure organic honey // Healthier than refined sugar, has anti-bacterial qualities
2. Orange Goodness Hemp Protein Smoothie
A great boost of energy, anti-bacterial properties, great for digestion and an added boost of super hemp goodness!
– Ginger // Stomach soother, immune booster, infection fighter, anti-inflammatory badass
– Banana // Digestion aid, potassium-packed, rich in B6, fibre, vitamin C, lowers blood pressure, healthy carbs
– Pineapple // Vitamin C-packed, anti-inflammatory, digestion aid, antioxidant-packed, energy boosting
– Turmeric // Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, battles cystic fibrosis, free radical-fighting, lowers cholesterol
– Lemon // Vitamin C-packed, antioxidant-rich, natural antibiotic, skin brightener,
– Carrot // Antioxidant- and Vitamin A-rich, beta carotene-packed, vision booster,
– Honey // Healthier than refined sugar, natural sugars, anti-bacterial qualities
– 1 scoop hemp protein powder // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
3. Super Food Hemp Smoothie
Some serious health dosage here with a double up on hemp goodness and an added boost of matcha energy!
– 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks // Low calorie, high fibre, great source of vitamin A and C as well as antioxidants
– 1 cup spinach // A great source of vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, magnesium, iron and B2
– ½ banana // Digestion aid, potassium-packed, rich in B6, fibre, vitamin C, lowers blood pressure, healthy carbs
– 1 scoop hemp protein powder // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
– 1 teaspoon toasted hemp seeds // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
– 1 cup oat milk // creamy alternative to dairy milk, suitable for vegans, great source of vitamin E
– 1 teaspoon matcha (green tea) powder // Known to prevent heart disease, type 2 diabetes, encourages weightloss, alternative to coffee
– Honey, to taste // Healthier than refined sugar, has anti-bacterial qualities OR
– 1 small medjool date (pitted and chopped) // Contains natural sugars, high in fibre3
4. Hempy Healthy Happy Heart
This berry nice smoothie classic update helps to hemp-phasize your everyday health and promote a healthy heart.
– 1 cup oat milk // creamy alternative to dairy milk, suitable for vegans, great source of vitamin E
– 1 cup yogurt // High in protein, calcium, vitamins, live culture or probiotics
– 1 cup frozen strawberries // Great source of vitamins C and K, fibre folic acid, manganese and potassium
– 1 cup blueberries // High in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, B6 and phytonutrients
– ¼ cup hemp seeds // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
– 2-3 pitted dates for added sweetness (optional) // Contains natural sugars, high in fibre
5. Ganja Green Goodness
Some serious nutritional benefits with this veg heavy smoothie – fresh, light and a great start to your day!
– Celery // Contains phytonutrients which are antitoxidant and anti-inflammatory, as well as key fibres and minerals
– Kiwi // Rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, folates and potassium
– Orange // Strong source of fibre, B vitamins, vitamin A, calcium and potassium
– Kale // High in fiber, iron, vitamin B and C
– Banana // Digestion aid, potassium-packed, rich in B6, fibre, vitamin C, lowers blood pressure, healthy carbs
– Parsley // Rich in vitamins B, C and K
– Honey // Healthier than refined sugar, natural sugars, anti-bacterial qualities
– 1 scoop hemp protein powder // Rich in fatty acids like Omega-6, amino acids and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium
The instructions for all our smoothie recipes are the same – Skin, chop up, bung in a blender and BLITZ!
Remember.
– We have listed Oat Milk in our recipes but use whatever your favourite milk is!
– Use water or your chosen milk to thin out your smoothie
– Add extra banana to thicken
– Use ice to chill further
– Sweeten your hemp smoothie with honey or blended dates
– Your can’t have too much hemp goodness in your smoothie – if you want more, add more!
