One of the most healthy and delicious smoothies that you will ever taste is Pumpkin Seed Protein – Pineapple – Mango Smoothie. Raw Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder provides a whooping 18 grams of plant-based protein per two scoops! And, of course, the health benefits of pineapple and mango are numerous. The amazing health benefits of bananas are also many with the best benefit being the potassium that it provides.
Freshly ground Flax Seeds are also included for their help in reducing high cholesterol and help with blood pressure.
This is a very healthy smoothie for a quick breakfast or for those afternoon slumps experienced by so many. It is also a healthy after school treat for those ravenous children that head straight to the kitchen.
Pumpkin Seed Protein – Pineapple – Mango Smoothie Recipe
Makes 1smoothie or 2 small smoothies | use organic ingredients
Ingredients
9 ounces organic coconut milk
1/2 cup frozen organic mango
1/2 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
1/2 banana (freeze night before for colder smoothie)
2 Tablespoons organic flax seeds (freshly ground)
2 Tablespoons Raw Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein
1/2 cup ice (filtered water)
You may also want to experiment with other ingredients such as apples, a bit of lemon juice, kale leaves, spinach etc.
Instructions
Grind up flax seeds using a coffee grinder. Place all ingredients into a VitaMix or other high speed blender and blend well. Pour into glass and enjoy!