Delicious Healthy Smoothies with Options!
Here are the basics of a super healthy and delicious smoothie! Each ingredient has options based on your tastes.LIQUID: Choose unsweetened non-dairy milk of your choice. Juice is too high in sugar to use (even if they are 100% juice).FROZEN BANANA: naturally sweet, always rich, and add creaminess.FROZEN FRUIT: Using frozen fruits make a frosty smoothie. Use ice if you want your smoothie very icy! I buy organic frozen berries for ease and freshness.PROTEIN: A must for staying-power! Protein will slow digestion of carbs which will keep you fuller longer.GREENS: Using a cup of kale or baby spinach helps to add veggies to your day without dominating the smoothie. ADDED POWER: Throw in some Chia, Flax or Hemp seeds for a boost of fiber and added nutrition (Omega-3's) OR nut butters (almond, peanut or cashew) for added protein.
Prep Time 8 minutes mins
Total Time 13 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Healthy Shakes & Smoothies, Snacks
- 1/2 cup liquid Unsweetened almond, cashew, rice, soy, hemp milk, low-fat milk, coconut water, water
- 1 cup Frozen sliced Banana
- 1/2 cup Frozen Fruit Blueberries, cherries, strawberries, pineapple, mango, apples, rasberrries, blackberries, grapes
- 1/3 cup protein powder Your choice; Pea protein powder if you are Vegan; other proteins such as whey if you eat dairy.
- 1 cup Greens Kale or baby spinach
- 1 tbsp Healthy Bonus Chia Seeds, flaxseeds or nut butters for healthy fats and a little more protein
Throw all items in the blender, blend until the desired consistency. Add more water if it gets too thick.
Pour in a mason jar (my favorites storage containers for smoothies and soups) cover and go!