Raw Hemp Protein Shake with Papaya

This is a delicious, protein-rich shake that supplies all the essential amino acids. The almond milk may be replaced with orange juice, water, or water with a tablespoon of almond butter. Good protein-rich substitutes for the hemp include green superfood powders, maca, and bee pollen.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 2

  • 1 vanilla bean
  • 1 cup Almond Milk
  • 1 cup frozen or fresh banana, mango, or papaya
  • 2 tablespoons hemp seed or other protein powder
  • ¼ cup dates, pitted
  1. Slice the vanilla bean in half. Using a knife, scrape out the seeds into a blender.

  2. Place remaining ingredients into the blender and blend together until smooth.

PER SERVING:

Calories: 404 | Fat: 12 g | Protein: 11 g | Sodium: 8 mg | Fiber: 8 g

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