The most nutrient-dense superfood smoothie ever packed into a single glass — this moringa banana hemp power smoothie meets your needs for vitamins, minerals, protein, and essential fatty acids in just one serving!
Moringa oleifera, or moringa, is a tree nicknamed the "tree of life" by the UN's FAO for good reason — gram for gram, dried moringa leaves contain 7x more vitamin C than oranges, 4x more calcium than milk, 4x more vitamin A than carrots, 3x more potassium than bananas, and 2x more protein than yogurt, making it one of the most nutritious food plants on the planet, one that's now increasingly being cultivated in Indonesia itself.
Hemp seeds contain a ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 that's close to the ideal 3:1 ratio recommended by nutrition experts — very different from most modern vegetable oils, which have ratios of 15:1 to 20:1 and tend to be pro-inflammatory. On top of that, hemp protein contains all 9 essential amino acids in proportions very similar to egg whites, making it extremely easy for the body to digest.
Ripe bananas provide complex carbohydrates and natural fructose-glucose sugars that quickly replenish muscle glycogen depleted by physical activity, along with potassium and magnesium that help prevent muscle cramps and support efficient muscle contractions during exercise.
The green spirulina added here is one of the best sources of non-heme iron among all plant-based superfoods — just one tablespoon of spirulina contains more iron than a piece of beef, which is critical for hemoglobin formation and oxygen transport to your muscles and brain.
The oat milk base contains beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that has received official recognition from the US FDA as a fiber proven to lower LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease in humans.
Moringa oleifera, or moringa, is a tree nicknamed the "tree of life" by the UN's FAO for good reason — gram for gram, dried moringa leaves contain 7x more vitamin C than oranges, 4x more calcium than milk, 4x more vitamin A than carrots, 3x more potassium than bananas, and 2x more protein than yogurt, making it one of the most nutritious food plants on the planet, one that's now increasingly being cultivated in Indonesia itself.
Hemp seeds contain a ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 that's close to the ideal 3:1 ratio recommended by nutrition experts — very different from most modern vegetable oils, which have ratios of 15:1 to 20:1 and tend to be pro-inflammatory. On top of that, hemp protein contains all 9 essential amino acids in proportions very similar to egg whites, making it extremely easy for the body to digest.
Ripe bananas provide complex carbohydrates and natural fructose-glucose sugars that quickly replenish muscle glycogen depleted by physical activity, along with potassium and magnesium that help prevent muscle cramps and support efficient muscle contractions during exercise.
The green spirulina added here is one of the best sources of non-heme iron among all plant-based superfoods — just one tablespoon of spirulina contains more iron than a piece of beef, which is critical for hemoglobin formation and oxygen transport to your muscles and brain.
The oat milk base contains beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that has received official recognition from the US FDA as a fiber proven to lower LDL cholesterol and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease in humans.
🧂 Ingredients
🍽️ Servings: 1
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- moringa powder (dried moringa leaf)
- hemp seed (fresh hemp seeds)
- ripe bananas, one frozen
- unsweetened oat milk
- green spirulina powder
- almond butter
- honey or maple syrup
- cinnamon
- A pinch of Himalayan salt
- Ice cubes
- Granola and sliced banana, for garnish
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👩🍳 Instructions
- 1 Freeze one banana overnight for the creamiest texture
- 2 Add the bananas (one frozen, one fresh), almond butter, and oat milk to the blender
- 3 Blend first until the bananas are smooth and creamy
- 4 Add the moringa powder, spirulina, hemp seed, honey, cinnamon, and salt
- 5 Blend vigorously for 60 seconds until all the superfood powders are evenly mixed in with no clumps
- 6 The final color will be a greenish-brown from the combination of moringa and spirulina
- 7 Taste it — the banana and almond butter flavor should be dominant, with just a hint of herbal aroma from the moringa
- 8 Add more honey if needed to balance out the herbal flavor
- 9 Pour into a glass, or into a bowl if you'd like to turn it into a smoothie bowl
- 10 Garnish with granola, fresh banana slices, and a light sprinkle of moringa or cinnamon on top
- 11 Serve immediately
💡 Tips
• Moringa has a strong, bitter herbal taste — start with 1/2 tsp if you're not used to it, and increase gradually
• Hemp seeds don't contain THC in any significant amount and are completely safe for everyone, including children
• Enjoy this smoothie as a complete breakfast in place of rice or bread, since its nutritional content is already very comprehensive
📊 Nutrition Facts / serving
365
Calories (kcal)
14g
Protein
14g
Fat
48g
Carbs
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