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    Easy No-Nut Vegan Protein Smoothie (no banana and no protein powders!)

    By Elaine Gordon · Published: Jul 29, 2021 · Modified: Jun 28, 2022

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    Boost your plant-based protein intake! This Vegan Protein Smoothie is made without banana or protein powder, but has over 11 grams of protein per serving. It's filled with delicious nutty flavor with hints of cinnamon and vanilla for a totally satisfying meal!

    No-Nut Protein Smoothie

    This is a super filling Vegan Protein Smoothie. It makes for a great meal replacement, quick breakfast, or lunch on the go! It also tastes like dessert; the cinnamon and vanilla flavors make it so delicious. It's creamy, frosty, and absolutely packed with nutrition! One serving has over 11 grams of protein and over 8 grams of fiber, with no cholesterol or trans fat. It's made without protein powders, nuts, or even bananas...and it's so good!

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    Sunflower seeds and sunflower seed butter provide plant-based protein and heart-healthy dietary fiber.  It is an excellent source of vitamin E, folate, copper, magnesium, phosphorus and selenium.  It is also a good source of vitamin B6, iron and zinc. Using sunflower seed butter keeps this Vegan Protein Smoothie totally nut-free! You can also substitute pumpkin seed butter if you prefer.

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    Shelled hemp seeds, or hemp hearts, are a really great way to add plant-based protein and essential fatty acids to your diet. They have a nutty flavor that is SO delicious in a smoothie! They make recipes instantly more hearty and filling while boosting the nutrition. Hemp seeds also contain vitamin E, potassium, iron, and calcium. They're high in dietary fiber, making them good for digestive health as well!

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    Chia seeds are low in calories and offer essential fatty acids (omega-3 and 6), antioxidants, and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. This recipe uses a tablespoon of chia seeds, which provides 19% of your recommended daily fiber.  More fiber means you feel full longer and your digestive system will thank you for drinking this Vegan Protein Smoothie!

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    This Vegan Protein Smoothie is vegan (dairy-free!), gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free and made without refined sugar. I hope you'll tag me on Instagram if you make it! You can also drop a review below to help others find this delicious recipe.

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    Cinnamon Vanilla Protein Smoothie

    No-Nut Vegan Protein Smoothie


    • Author: Elaine Gordon
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    This Vegan Protein Smoothie is made without banana or protein powders and has over 11 grams of protein per serving.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup oat milk
    • ¾ cup frozen riced cauliflower
    • 3 tablespoon unsweetened sunflower seed butter (or sub unsweetened pumpkin butter)
    • 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 3 soft Medjool dates, pitted
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (or more to taste)
    • 2 cups ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Add milk, cauliflower, seed butter, hemp seeds, chia seeds, dates, vanilla and cinnamon to a high speed blender and blend on the highest speed until perfectly smooth (about 30 seconds).  
    2. Add ice and blend again until smooth but frosty (about 30 seconds more).
    3. Pour into two glasses and enjoy immediately with a straw. 

    Equipment

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    • Prep Time: 5
    • Category: Smoothie
    • Method: Blender

    Keywords: No-Nut Protein Smoothie

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