Smoothie Restarts
If you’re like me, you’ve indulged hard this holiday season. So many delicious holiday treats. I am back to just craving healthy foods that don’t leave me feeling sleepy or bloated or just really full. These smoothie recipes are a good way to get some hydration and vitamins in the morning without feeling so heavy. It’s a great way to kick off the New Year and really feel your best by getting essential nutrients. Choose your favorite flavor for a great pick-me-up when you’re on the go.
Healthy Pina Colada Smoothie
A great breakfast pick-me-up full of Vitamin C, B1 and B6, Vitamin K and D.
Ingredients
- 1 each banana medium size
- 1 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1/4 cup oatmeal- quick cooking oats, uncooked
- 1/2 cup low fat coconut yogurt dannon has a nice 80 cal cup
Instructions
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Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a to-go cup and enjoy!! Add ice if you like the smoothie extra cold. Ice is completely optional.
Orange You Glad Smoothie
Delicious orangy pick-me-up good for you smoothie with Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Vitamin B1 and B6.
Ingredients
- 1 each peeled mandarin orange
- 1/4 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup 100% orange juice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 each small to medium size banana
- 1/2 cup low fat organic plain greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
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Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a to-go cup and enjoy! Add ice if you like it extra cold. Optional.
Blueberry Chia Seed Smoothie
The chia seed is nutrient-dense and packs a punch of energy-boosting power. Paired with blueberries and you have a delicious good for you morning pick me up!
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen blueberries fresh or frozen is ok
- 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 cups unsweetened coconut or almond milk
- 1 each medium size banana
- 1/4 cup quick cooking oatmeal
- 1/4 cup ice
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
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Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a to-go cup and enjoy!
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