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Cherry Berry Smoothie

Sometimes, throwing random stuff in a blender yields delicious results. That’s how I came up with this delicious Cherry Berry smoothie, which is also equally nutritious. A great source of fiber, cherries are loaded with vitamin B and C, manganese, potassium and rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Blending them with greens, berries, seeds and supplement powders, this rich, deep purple concoction has it all! It’s a great way to break your fast or as a mid day or pre-workout elixir.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup frozen cherries

1/2 cup frozen mixed berries

1/2 frozen banana

Large handful of fresh spinach

1 cup water

1 teaspoon maca powder

1 teaspoon raw cacao powder

1 scoop chocolate protein powder

1 teaspoon flaxseed meal

1 teaspoon ginger

1 teaspoon hemp seeds

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

DIRECTIONS

1. Blend water and all powders, seeds, spinach, cinnamon and banana.

2. Add cherries and berries and blend until smooth and creamy.

Blueberry Coconut Chia Smoothie

A great combo of tart and tropical. Zesty lime with coconut and the warm flavors of cardamom give this smoothie a unique flavor. Using frozen blueberries give it a slightly thicker and creamy texture making this a nutritious and refreshing frozen treat that kickstarts my day.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup frozen blueberries
1 2-ounce pack frozen coconut meat
¼ cup raw cashews
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 pitted date
1 teaspoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
pinch of pink Himalayan salt
1 cup water

DIRECTIONS:

Blend all the ingredients and enjoy!