September is here, and we need—at least in my house—quick but still healthy meal options. This smoothie is easy to make and is a great choice for breakfast, as part of breakfast, or as a snack.
Although smoothies and juices can contain too much sugar (even if it's not added), this one has a significant amount of protein thanks to the plant-based milk, if you use nut or seed milk, or peanut or almond butter.
It's always good to chew our food, yes, that includes smoothies, so it's a good idea to add cocoa nibs at the end, which add interesting flavor and texture.
Ingredients (for one person)
1 ripe banana (the riper the banana, the sweeter the smoothie will be)
1 heaped tablespoon of peanut or almond butter
1 teaspoon of cocoa powder
1 glass of plant-based milk (more if you prefer a thinner consistency, less for a thicker smoothie)
1 teaspoon of cacao nibs, (optional)
Method
Pour all the ingredients, except the cacao nibs, into a blender. Blend until smooth and lump-free. Pour into a large glass and sprinkle the cacao nibs on top. For special occasions, you can garnish it with banana slices, but for everyday enjoyment, it's just as delicious. Enjoy!
Note: If you have bananas that are getting very overripe, you can peel, slice, and freeze them until you're ready to use them. If the banana is frozen and you don't have a powerful blender, you'll need to let it thaw slightly before blending.