ALMOND BUTTER & BANANA PROTEIN SMOOTHIE ACTIVE: 5 MINUTES TOTAL: 5 MINUTES HIGH PROTEIN CALORIE BOOST HIGH FIBER SORE MOUTH OR THROAT VEGETARIAN GLUTEN FREE SUPER SIMPLE KEEP A FEW ripe bananas in your freezer so you're always smoothie-ready! 36 SUBSTANTIAL SNACKS Almonds and banana make a perfect combination in this rich smoothie-which also gets a boost from protein powder. Usually made from whey or soy, protein powder can be a great help in meeting your protein needs throughout your treatment and recovery. Ask your health-care team to recommend one. 1 small frozen banana 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 2 tablespoons almond butter 2 tablespoons unflavored protein powder 1 tablespoon sweetener of your choice (optional) ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4-6 ice cubes Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. SERVES 1: 1¾ CUPS Calories 402, Fat 22g (sat 2g), Cholesterol 0mg, Carbs 37g, Total sugars 14g (added 0g), Protein 19g, Fiber 9g, Sodium 376mg, Potassium 867mg.