Robyn's Hot Pink Breakfast Smoothie

1 1/2 cups coconut water (fresh or canned/boxed)

2 tsp. vanilla extract

1 large carrot, halved

1/2 medium raw beet, peeled

1/4 cup cashews

1/4 cup chopped dates (or 4 – 5 large, pitted dates)

1 tbsp. protein powder (optional)

12 frozen strawberries

Place all ingredients in blender and run on High speed for 50 seconds (“Whole Juice” cycle with a Blendtec).  Additional blending time is fine if strawberries aren’t completely incorporated into the smoothie.