Is a change of diet on your radar? This Hemp Heart Green Smoothie is for you. Dairy-free, gluten-free, sugar-free and vegan friendly. Get your New Year’s resolutions started in the right direction.
Nutrient-rich hemp protein shake delivers an energizing boost. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or post workout. Hemp seeds are the perfect source of protein for this green goddess smoothie.
Nourishing hemp smoothie is rich in plant-proteins, leafy greens and fruit. Nutrient-packed and so easy to make. If you are looking for the ultimate clean green smoothie without yogurt, this is it.
Healthy eating is my new plan. How about you? I know I am looking to change my diet. Hemp hearts fit right into plant-based meals on a budget.
If you are like me, smoothies are a great, easy way to get tasty nutrition into your body. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, and post workout too.
Sometimes I need a quick healthy snack. No-bake energy balls are perfect. Made with nuts, seeds, and superfoods. Even the kids can help to make a batch.
Clean eating is making a comeback these days. Replacing processed foods with whole foods like vegetables, fruit, nuts, seeds and healthy plant-based proteins and fats. Avoiding artificial ingredients, added sugars and excess sodium can be a challenge for many people. Making small adjustments is a good starting point.
How To Make A Hemp Heart Green Smoothie
It doesn’t get easier than throwing everything in a blender. Blitz, pour, and drink! Easy as 1-2-3. So much nutrition with really no effort.
For this green hemp smoothie recipe, I combined:
- spinach
- apples
- strawberries
- hemp hearts
- water
- ice
Spinach is such an awesome green superfood, and it makes this low-calorie smoothie such a nice colour.
Fibre from the apple, sweetness from the strawberries, and plant-based protein from the hemp hearts make this simple smoothie recipe great for any time of day. You won’t believe how calorie-wise it is too.
Even my hubby who loves sweet stuff didn’t even need any additional sweetener. He is such a dessert person. Thank goodness my breakfast banana split keeps his sweet tooth at bay.
Best Greens For Smoothies
This is where you can have some variety. I used spinach but don’t stop there. Other great options would be:
- kale
- Swiss chard
- romaine lettuce
- beet greens
- collard greens
- celery
You can also switch out the fruit in this wholesome smoothie recipe. Any type of berry is great. Try swapping out the apples for pears.
Hemp Heart Benefits
Have you tried hemp hearts? Little nutritious gems packed with protein. A great way to get an energy boost.
Easy to add to recipes or just eat as a snack on their own. They come in a variety of flavours too. They contain omega 3, omega 6 (GLA), fibre, protein, arginine, phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamin E, and magnesium. You can even buy hemp protein powder and hemp milk too.
Do hemp hearts have CBD? No, they do not. CBD lives in the leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, not in the seeds. Hemp oil is not the same as CBD oil, which contains cannabinoids.
With Valentine’s just around the corner, you don’t have to throw your new-found healthy eating out the window. My Hemp Heart Cookies are perfect to celebrate with. Gluten-free delicious cookies dipped in dark chocolate.
If you want to start your day with chocolate (like many people do), Hemp Chocolate Smoothie with Raspberries and Pomegranates might be just what you are looking for. Nutrition can be delicious.
We are always looking for healthy snacks. Homemade granola bars are perfect for after school, packing in lunch boxes, or taking on hikes.
Hemp Heart Smoothie (Clean Eating)
Ingredients
- 6 ounces fresh strawberries (washed & cut)
- 1 apple (washed, cored and skin on)
- 4 ounces fresh spinach
- 1 ounce hemp hearts
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender.
- Blitz until smooth.
Tina
I like smoothies both with and without yogurt. I especially love smoothies that have spinach in it. Its amazing how much spinach you can fit into a smoothie. In fact, I prefer smoothies over salads to get my daily vitamin and fiber fix. I usually use apple juice for sweetness and flavor but I like the idea of the fresh apple better. Apple juice has a lot of sugar and no fiber. Definitely going to try this. Thanks!!
Homemade & Yummy
I love spinach too. The more I can fit into my day the better. This sure makes it easy.
Annemarie
Huh, hemp hearts. This is new to me too! (Basically hemp seeds, yes?) And the Planetary Diet seems in line with the push of the Mediterranean Diet, so I’m on board with that. It’s tough changing though, so thank you for this great healthy, protein filled smoothie recipe which will help me get my day started right! And I totally need to try that chocolate one too. 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
HAHHA….well these are a great way to start your day or fuel you throughout the day. ENJOY!
Jori
I’ve never heard of hemp hearts! Does it help make the smoothie creamy, too, since there’s no yogurt?
Homemade & Yummy
It can for sure make it creamy. Hope you give it a try. The important thing is a GOOD blender.
Linda
I love starting my day with a good smoothie like this. And yes, been secretly adding hemp heart and it makes feel so much better. Will try your combo for breakfast on the go!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…this is a great way to start you day.
Dianna
A perfect looking green smoothie that could be eaten for breakfast, a snack or a light lunch. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Homemade & Yummy
YES, YES and YES…ENJOY!
Lathiya
I’m hearing hemp hearts for first time..The smoothie looks delicious and the bright green color is so inviting. Perfect to start a day.
Homemade & Yummy
You have never heard of hemp hearts? You need to hunt some down and get them into your diet ASAP!!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
I love smoothies and have not tried to make mine with hemp hearts before, but I think I need to give it a try. I know I can get a bunch from Costco. Thanks for a great new recipe!
Homemade & Yummy
YES…we get them from Costco….pick some up on your next visit. They are so nutritious.
Jacqueline Debono
We start every day with a smoothie which usually includes spinach and some type of berry! I’ve not seen hemp hearts available here in Italy but I’ll see if I can order online. Would love to try them!
Homemade & Yummy
Try AMAZON…they have everything!!
Geetanjali
Smoothies are my favorite always. Hemp hearts is something new for me. Not sure if I would able to get these here in Calcutta. Love this healthy lovely green smoothie. Thanks for sharing!
Homemade & Yummy
If you can order from AMAZON…give it a try.
Arlene Mobley
This looks like a very healthy way to start the day. I’ve never tried hemp hearts. I’ll have to look around and see if I can find them.
Homemade & Yummy
AMAZON for sure would have them for you. Also Costco….which is where I get them.
Kelly Anthony
I’ve never had hemp hearts before. I’m excited to try a new food and healthy new smoothie. Thanks for sharing!
Homemade & Yummy
You really need to hunt these super food gems down. So nutritious. Try AMAZON and COSTCO.
Stine Mari
I definitely prefer my smoothies without yoghurt! There are a few exceptions, but still. This looks really good. I love that you added hemp hearts, it’s such a superfood!
Homemade & Yummy
Well, by all means, make this recipe with yogurt. It would still be awesome for sure.
Lois Christensen
I just started to enjoy spinach as part of my new healthy eating. This looks like a recipe I would try and love!
Homemade & Yummy
I ALWAYS have spinach in the fridge. Add it to omelets, wraps, stir-frys, and salads all the time.
Amanda
I always love a good smoothie to start my day. The strawberry and apple sound like a delicious combination. Definitely adding this to the morning rotation!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…the perfect smoothie for any time of the day.
Veena Azmanov
Like you I too have been on the road to eating more healthy. Having breakfast smoothies have been a really refreshing and light way to start the day. This looks so good. Going to have to try it soon.
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY this is a powerhouse of nutrition in a glass for sure.