Make your smoothie a do-it-yourself experience with this versatile recipe. There are so many delicious ways to make it your own—get creative with different blends of fruits, greens and natural flavor boosters. Just follow this simple formula to whip up a smoothie that’s loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you feeling satisfied. Ready to get started?
Start with your base:
1 cup water, coconut milk, nut milk, or coconut water
1 cup ice
Add your greens:
1 cup spinach, kale, braising greens, celery, parsley, or cilantro
Add your fruit:
1 cup blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, raspberries, or strawberries
1 cup apple, cherries, kiwifruit, mango chunks, peaches, pear or pineapple
Add 1 to 3 of these proteins and healthy fats:
¼ cup seeds, nuts, or nut butter (such as almonds, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, or walnuts)
2 Tbs. chia seeds
2 Tbs. hemp seeds
2 Tbs. ground flaxseed
Add 1 of these natural sweeteners (optional)
½ banana (we like them frozen!)
4-6 pitted dates
2 Tbs. maple syrup
Add flavor boosters as desired:
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. fresh ginger
2 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Add all ingredients into a high-powered blender and whip it up until smooth.
You’ll notice this recipe makes two servings; we recommend putting the leftovers in a mason jar for a healthy afternoon snack.
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