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
- Add all ingredients into blender and blend on high for 30 seconds.
- 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
