nutrient-packed smoothie Archives

SUPERFOOD SMOOTHIE

Loaded with nutrients, this smoothie provides the nourishment you need to power you through the day. It’s a great way to break your fast and load up on the nutrients from the berries, seeds, and greens. Also great pre or post workout providing sufficient carbohydrate and protein blend for energy and replenishment. The mint and ginger give it an extra zing that makes it refreshing and tasty.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup unsweetened almond or macadamia nut milk

1/2 cup raspberries + blackberries

1/2 frozen banana

1 large handful of greens (spinach, kale, chard)

1 tablespoon flaxseed meal

1 tablespoon hemp seeds

1 tablespoon raw almond or cashew butter

1 teaspoon chia seeds

1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder

1/4 cup mint leaves

1″ slice of fresh ginger

DIRECTIONS

Blend all ingredients and enjoy!

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