smoothie saturday
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I first encountered this recipe at a cafe near my hotel in Raleigh, NC. It was so tasty I just had to recreate it when I got home. It’s highly portable and makes a great, filling breakfast at any time of year. Feel free to switch up the toppings based on what you have and
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This simple but delicious smoothie is sure to become a go-to. The banana and blueberry complement each other well. You could even sneak in some spinach or kale if you were feeling the need for veggies. Or just enjoy it as is. As my coach used to say, KYSS (Keep Your Smoothies Simple)…or something like
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When it comes to acai bowls, in my experience it’s all about the toppings. This combination is a classic but can be modified based on what you have and are in the mood for. That’s the beauty of acai bowls! The Recipe To Blend: 1/2 frozen banana 1 cup blueberries 1.5 tsp acai powder 1
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Celebrate the star fruit of summer with this bright and fresh smoothie. The oats give it a nice heartiness that is sure to sustain you throughout the day. The Recipe To Blend: 1 peach 1/2 banana 1/8 cup oats 1/2 tbsp chia seeds 1/2 cup almond milk To Top: 1/2 peach 1/4 cup granola Why
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This tasty, hearty breakfast is sure to brighten your morning while also fueling you for whatever you get up to today. The protein powder in the oats also makes it extra thick and creamy. The Recipe In the Oatmeal: 1/2 cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Old Fashioned Oats 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp vanilla
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Cherry, cherry in my smoothie? Kinda scary. Took a risk and it paid off big time! This bowl, slightly modified from Lily Kunin’s Good Clean Food is tasty and packed with nutrients. The Recipe To Blend: 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 1/2 cup blueberries 1/4 cup cherries 1 tbsp almond butter 1/2 tbsp maca root
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Summer = peaches = peach & anything smoothies. This sweet summer recipe is sure to bring the summer sun to your morning. Don’t have fresh peaches? Feel free to used jarred/canned (though beware of additives and sugar content if you do). The Recipe To Blend: 1/2 cup raspberries 1/2 peach 1/4 cup almond milk 1
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You might feel like royalty with this bright purple smoothie bowl. The unique flavors combine to produce something sweet and exciting. Not to mention it’s packed with fantastic nutrients! The Recipe To Blend: 1 peach 1/3 cup blackberries 1/2 banana 1/3 cup pineapple 1/2 cup almond milk 1 tsp hemp seeds 1 scoop Orgain Organic
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The first time I heard about this kind of smoothie I was SHOCKED to see that it actually was the bright, Crayola-cerulean blue advertised on the menu. Since then, I have loved making it for friends and family. It’s really tasty and the bright color brings a special wow factor. Spirulina also packs a serious
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Finally, a use for the rest of that Costco container of pears I got. Don’t get me wrong, pears are great, but I’ve done the math and I can’t eat them all for lunch before they spoil. Fortunately, this tangy and refreshing smoothie makes great use of them. This recipe is modified from The Spruce
Alexa Murray 