This quick and easy recipe was created by registered dietitian, Retha Harmse.
The Choc-Nut Smoothie is a delicious and nutritious blend that combines the rich flavours of chocolate and nutty goodness. It starts with frozen bananas and frozen courgettes, which add a creamy texture and natural sweetness to the smoothie.
To enhance the chocolaty taste, a tablespoon of cocoa powder is added, providing a deep and indulgent flavour. The smoothie gets its nutty profile from a combination of roasted unsalted macadamias and almonds, which also contribute a satisfying crunch.
Ground flax seeds are included to offer a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and fibre. A touch of pure vanilla extract adds a delightful aroma and complements the other ingredients perfectly. To bring it all together, use the milk of your choice as the base. If you need a dairy-free option, unsweetened oat milk can be used, providing a creamy consistency.
The Choc-Nut Smoothie is a fantastic choice for chocolate lovers seeking a wholesome and refreshing treat.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 1½ frozen banana
- ½ cup (75 g) frozen courgettes
- 1 Tbsp (7 g) cocoa powder
- ¼ cup (34 g) roasted unsalted macadamias and almonds
- 1 tsp ground flax seeds
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 mL) unsweetened oat milk
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend on high until smooth.
- Have it on the go or enjoy it as a smoothie bowl and top it with desired toppings.
Why we love it: This is a very quick and easy recipe that is suitable for breakfast, snacks and even a lunch as it is delicious, satisfying and very quick.
Dietitians say: This recipe has ground flax seeds added. Ground flax seeds are included to offer a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and fibre.
Top tip: Frozen courgettes provide a creaminess to smoothies that you usually only get with bananas, but banana can often be very overpowering. Therefore try frozen courgettes in your non-banana smoothies next time.
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