Cacao smoothie that makes your tummy feel good!

This smoothie is vegan and gluten-free deliciousness

I feel that I can claim that this smoothie makes your tummy feel good, because cacao helps with digestion, as well as boosting your mood and some other amazing benefits. So, I decided to keep my title! I can also claim that the flavors in it definitely make mine feel good.

• Makes: 1 large serving or 2 small servings
• Total time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana, chopped
• 1/4 cup of frozen strawberries, if using fresh strawberries, add some ice when blending the smoothie
• 1/4 cup of light coconut milk mixed with 1/4 cup of water
• 1/2 cup of chocolate almond milk (or soy milk if you cannot use almond)
• 1/2 (22g) scoop of chocolate protein powder (or 3 tablespoons organic cacao powder)
• 1 tablespoon cacao nibs or powder
• 1/2 tablespoon of flaxseeds

Optional toppings

• 2 vegan cacao bar squares crumbled and a strawberry

Directions

• Combine all ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth. Add toppings and serve.

Approximate nutritional value based on brands and amounts used

Calories: 285

Fat: 11 g

Carbs: 37 g

Protein: 19.6 g