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Peach Cardamom Vanilla Protein Smoothie
A creamy, cold peach smoothie warmed with cardamom and vanilla, with a nutty depth from almonds, a caramel hint from dates and a silky whey body.

- Blender
- 8 min
- Makes 2 glasses
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- 31–45 g carbs
- Protein 20 g+
- Sodium 600 mg or less
- 500 calories or less
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (350 ml)360 gWhole milkcold
- 2 medium320 gPeacheschilled and sliced
- 2 scoops40 gWhey protein powdervanilla or unflavored
- 2 tbsp whole20 gAlmonds
- 1 date24 gMedjool dates, pittedchopped
- ½ tsp1 gGround cardamom
- ½ tsp2 gVanilla extract
Steps
- Slice the chilled peach and chop the dates before you start blending.
- Pour the whole milk into the blender, then add the almonds and dates and blend on high for about 1 minute until the nuts are very finely ground.
- Add the whey protein powder, cardamom and vanilla to the blender and blend for 10 seconds to combine.
- Add the peach slices and blend until thick and smooth, about 45 seconds, scraping down the sides if needed.
- Divide the smoothie evenly between 2 glasses, half in each, pour over ice and serve cold.
Check labels: Gluten-free when you buy whey protein powder labeled gluten-free.
Contains: Milk, Tree nuts. Some brands contain gluten, soy.
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