Drinks Smoothies Fruit Smoothies Healthy Banana Smoothie Recipes Chocolate-Banana Protein Smoothie 4.6 (19) 14 Reviews Red lentils give this smoothie a plant-based protein boost. To make this smoothie vegan, try using unsweetened coconut beverage or almond milk in place of the dairy milk. By Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 22, 2024 Tested by Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters." tabindex="0" data-inline-tooltip="true"> EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Jill Cerreta, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jill Cerreta, M.S., RD Jill Cerreta was a nutrition consultant for EatingWell for a number of years, reviewing our content for factual accuracy and ensuring recipes fit our nutrition parameters. As a registered dietitian, she meets with clients at her private practice, Live Well Nutrition, based in Rutland Town, Vermont. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Yield: 1 serving Nutrition Profile: Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Low-Sodium High-Blood Pressure Low-Fat High-Fiber Heart-Healthy Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 banana, frozen ½ cup cooked red lentils ½ cup nonfat milk 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup Directions Combine banana, lentils, milk, cocoa and syrup in a blender. Puree until smooth. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2018 Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 310 Calories 2g Fat 64g Carbs 15g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Serving Size 1 smoothie Calories 310 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 64g 23% Dietary Fiber 9g 30% Total Sugars 25g Added Sugars 4g 8% Protein 15g 31% Total Fat 2g 2% Saturated Fat 1g 3% Cholesterol 3mg 1% Vitamin A 348IU 7% Vitamin C 11mg 12% Folate 109mcg 27% Sodium 57mg 2% Calcium 185mg 14% Iron 4mg 21% Magnesium 87mg 21% Potassium 939mg 20% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved