Vegan Homemade Gladiator Smoothie

Fuel your day with the ultimate powerhouse blend, the Vegan Homemade Gladiator Smoothie. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like kale, chia seeds, and hemp protein powder, this smoothie offers a perfect balance of plant-based protein, healthy fats, and energizing natural sweetness. Ripe banana, frozen mixed berries, and Medjool dates lend a deliciously creamy and fruity base, while a dash of optional spirulina powder provides an extra superfood boost. With unsweetened almond milk and a dollop of peanut butter for rich creaminess, this smoothie is as indulgent as it is nourishing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect vegan breakfast or post-workout recovery drink for those seeking vitality and strength.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large, peeled and sliced Banana
• 1 cup, tightly packed, destemmed and chopped Kale
• 1 cup Frozen mixed berries
• 1.5 cups, unsweetened Almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
• 2 tablespoons Hemp protein powder
• 1 tablespoon Peanut butter
• 2 pitted Medjool date
• 0.5 teaspoon, optional Spirulina powder
• 3 Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Begin by ensuring all produce is washed thoroughly. Peel the banana and slice it for easy blending.

Step 2

Add the almond milk to a high-speed blender, followed by the banana slices.

Step 3

Incorporate the kale by removing the stems and roughly chopping the leaves before adding them to the blender.

Step 4

Measure and add one cup of frozen mixed berries to the mixture for natural sweetness and an antioxidant boost.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the chia seeds for fiber and healthy fats.

Step 6

Add two tablespoons of hemp protein powder to enhance the smoothie’s protein content.

Step 7

Include one tablespoon of peanut butter for added creaminess and protein.

Step 8

Pit the Medjool dates and add them in for natural sweetness.

Step 9

If you'd like an extra nutrient boost, add half a teaspoon of spirulina powder, but this is optional.

Step 10

Finish by adding three ice cubes for a refreshing chill.

Step 11

Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides if necessary.

Step 12

Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding another date or a splash of maple syrup, though this is optional.

Step 13

Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(848.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	714.5

Total Fat 18.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 248.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 91.6g
Protein 19.4g	0%

Vitamin D 117.1IU	0%
Calcium 809.7mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1389.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.1%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 67.5%