RECIPE / Spiced Chocolate protein smoothie

If we've met, you know I love a good smoothie. BUT, they have to tick a few nutritional boxes to work as a meal. Fibre, fat, protein and vegetables should always make an appearance on your plate, bowl and even in your smoothie if it's to be on regular rotation. The fibre in this smoothie comes from precooked kumāra which generously provides fibre and resistant starch (to feed your microbiome). This one is also packed full of antioxidants from the ginger, turmeric and raw cocao making it great for reducing inflammation. I know a lot of people aren't keen on smoothies in Winter which I do understand, but the spices in this recipe somehow make it more appealing.

In a blender/bullet:

• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
• ½ tsp ground or fresh turmeric 
• 100ml milk alternative
• 1 heaped Tbsp raw cacao
• ¼ c frozen banana
• ¼ cup cooked kumara (could be frozen)
• Protein powder of choice - aim for 30-40gm total protein

Add more ice or water to reach your preferred consistency.

Protein: 30–40g
Iron: 3mg
Fibre: 6g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Sugars: 6g (mostly from banana and kumāra)
Fats: 6g
Calories: 300