With beautiful weather finally here, smoothies are a perfect way to get loads of essential nutrients in with a single, refreshing drink. For a natural energy boost in the morning, try this delicious green smoothie and start your day off just right!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup of unsweetened almond or coconut milk (plus filtered water if desired)
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1-2 cups of greens (i.e., baby spinach, arugula, parsley, etc.)
• 1 teaspoon matcha powder
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/4 avocado
• 3-5 ice cubes

DIRECTIONS

1. Add all ingredients into blender and blend on high for 30 seconds.
2. Enjoy.

Additional add in’s for an extra energy and nutritional boost include:

• Unsweetened coconut flakes
• Ground cinnamon
• Spirulina powderl
• Liquid chlorophyll
• Bee pollen
• Apple cider vinegar
• Cocoa nibs
• Ground flax seeds
• Hemp seeds
• Coconut oil
• Maca powder

Serves 1

Nutritional analysis: calories 470, fat 23g, carbohydrates 50g, fiber 21g, protein 28g