Post-Workout Smoothie

December 13, 2023

by Sarah Villafranco, MD

They say chocolate milk is an amazing recovery drink for athletes. But, this athlete doesn't drink dairy milk! So I made my own, substantially more complicated version of chocolate milk, and it's my go-to drink after a hard workout. It's packed with protein, vitamins, and fiber, and fills me up until I'm ready to eat a real meal, which I normally can't do after pushing my body hard. Just add all these ingredients to your blender (which I hope is a Vitamix) and blend until smooth.

The Best Post-Workout Protein Smoothie

1 cup almond, cashew, or coconut milk
1 scoop plant-based vanilla or unflavored protein powder (I use Garden of Life Sport)
1 tablespoon tahini
2 tablespoons cacao powder
2 tablespoons raw hemp seeds
1 tablespoon ground flax meal
1 frozen banana or 1 cup of frozen banana pieces*
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
pinch of sea salt
ice water as needed for texture

It's so tasty you'll forget that it's incredible for you.

With love and delicious smoothies from us to you,

OUR WELLNESS + SKINCARE EXPERT

Sarah Villafranco, MD

Dr. Sarah Villafranco attended Georgetown University Medical School, and went on to complete her residency in emergency medicine at George Washington University. She moved to Colorado, where she practiced as a board-certified emergency medicine physician at Aspen Valley Hospital, Snowmass Clinic, and Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, CO. After losing her mother to pancreatic cancer, she took a local soap making class, and fell in love with the chemistry and artistry of making soap. Sarah went into research mode and was alarmed to learn how many potentially harmful ingredients were in most skincare products on the market. She knew she could make better, safer products that were as effective (if not more so) than conventional products. After a few years of research and development, Sarah stepped away from the emergency room to launch Osmia Skincare in April of 2012. She remains a licensed physician in Colorado, and now helps people find healthier, happier skin as CEO of the brand.