This smoothie will replenish your energy and nutrient stores following a workout.  The tahini and dates make it rich in calcium and iron.  If you don’t want the smoothie to be quite as sweet, replace the dates with 1/2 cup berries.

Ingredients:

• 2 small bananas, frozen or fresh
• 1 tbsp raw sesame tahini
• 5 or 6 soft dates
• 2 to 4 Tbsp raw carob powder (or raw cacao powder)
• 1 tbsp ground flax seeds
• 1-2 cups water
• 1-2 tbsp protein powder (Sun Warrior makes a great tasting vegan protein powder)

Directions:

Blend all ingredients for 1-2 minutes in a Vitamix or blender.  Makes 1 large or 2 small servings.