Name: Stamina & Brain Function Power Smoothie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas; 1/2 cup roasted unsalted peanuts; 1/4 cup raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 10 minutes, drained); 4 pitted Medjool dates; 2 cups baby spinach (packed); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice); 1/2 cup ice cubes; 1 tablespoon probiotic powder or 1 probiotic capsule (contents only, optional)

Stamina & Brain Function Power Smoothie

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This vibrant, creamy smoothie is designed for both stamina and brain power, packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like peanuts, cashews, and bananas for sustained energy, plus spinach for a green boost. Sweet dates and cinnamon add natural flavor complexity, while a touch of probiotics supports gut health. Perfect for a hot Idaho day, it’s cooling, filling, and provides natural brain fuel—ideal for breakfast, a snack, or a post-workout recharge. The combination of nuts and greens offers healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients, making this smoothie as satisfying as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Instructions

If using raw cashews, soak them in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain.
Add bananas, peanuts, soaked and drained cashews, dates, spinach, and cinnamon to a high-powered blender.
Pour in the almond milk and add ice cubes.
If using, open the probiotic capsule and add the contents, or add probiotic powder.
Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape down sides as needed.
Taste and adjust for sweetness or thickness by adding more dates or almond milk.
Pour into two large glasses. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a few chopped peanuts if desired. Serve immediately.