Chocolate Banana Protein Smoothie

Canned lentils:

• Drain and rinse canned lentils to remove excess salt before using. Canned lentils are fully safe to eat without further cooking.

Dry lentils:

• Rinse lentils and remove any shriveled lentils or pebbles. Combine 1 part lentils with 2 parts water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Let cool before adding to smoothie.

1. Combine banana, lentils (as however prepared by the above options), milk, cocoa and syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.