Strawberry Chia Smoothie
This icy strawberry chia seed smoothie is a great way to add these nutrient-packed little seeds to your diet. With just a tablespoon of chia seeds, you get 4 grams of fiber and 2 grams of protein, making it an ideal choice for a high-protein, high-fiber smoothie that will help keep you satisfied until your next meal.
Ingredients
2 cups frozen strawberries (or any frozen berry)
1 banana (room temperature)
½ cup Greek yogurt
¾ cup milk (or almond milk or oat milk)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or agave syrup
½ cup ice
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth enjoy!
Mango Pineapple Smoothie
Enjoy a burst of tropical flavor with this tangy and creamy delight. This frozen treat can be enjoyed for breakfast on the go or a refreshing snack between meals.
1 cup Greek yogurt
1 ½ cup frozen diced mango
2 cups fresh pineapple (the canned stuff won't do the trick)
½ cup ice cubes
½ cup coconut milk (or milk of your choice)
Carrot Kale Smoothie
Adding veggies to our smoothies is a great way to balance and broaden our nutritional palette. This is a great green smoothie for glowing skin and clear mind.
2 medium carrots scrubbed and peeled if desired, cut into chunks
1 large apple cored and cubed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (1 piece about the size of your thumb)
½ of a lemon juiced
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup ice cubes
1 - 1 ½ cups cold water
1 stalk celery
1 cup fresh kale (about 3 stalks)
This recipe can be enjoyed juiced, blended or even as a salad, just nix the ice and water!