Kashi has launched Kashi Golean Plant Powered Shakes that offer 21g of multi-source plant protein, in the US.

The non-GMO Project Verified smoothie is available in four varieties, including classic flavours such as Dark Cocoa Power, Original Inspiration and Vanilla Vinyasa, and new flavours such as Matcha Tea Mantra.

"Kashi teamed up a sports nutritionist to incorporate nutrients such as protein, potassium and probiotics."

Each is minimally sweetened and can be customised with other ingredients in a smoothie, or can alternatively be consumed with milk or water.

To create the shakes, Kashi teamed up a sports nutritionist to incorporate nutrients such as protein, potassium and probiotics.

The plant-powered recipe also features other ingredients, such as greens and sprouted legumes, beet powder, turmeric, and matcha.

Rather than whey or soy, the protein in the shakes is derived from a multi-source plant blend of peas, seeds such as hemp, chia and flax, and legumes.

According to the company, 30% of active Americans drink smoothies because they can add a variety of ingredients, and with the latest launch, Kashi aims to tap this market.