I love working out and getting exercise but I often fall short when it comes to "dieting". I have a hard time eating veggies and could probably live off of bread and pastries. One of the ways that I up my vegetable intake is by disguising the taste of leafy greens in smoothies! They are super filling and give me a great opportunity to load up with nutrients first thing in the morning. I have been experimenting with smoothie concoctions all week but here is my favorite one (plus a formula as a smoothie making rule if thumb)!
Raspberry Banana Smoothie
One banana (or half if you are worried about high calories)
A small handful of spinach
3 to 4 scoops of low fat organic vanilla yogurt (I get mine from Trader Joe's)
1 cup of all natural frozen raspberries
Add Vanilla or Chocolate Almond Milk (the less you add, the thicker the smoothie- so add to your liking)
Enjoy!
Here is the general formula I use when I make my smoothies:
A banana (the mushiness of a bananas always adds great texture so I put at least half of one in all my smoothies)
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A dark leafy green ( such as spinach or kale)
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Yogurt (there are so many different kinds! Find your favorite!)
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Frozen fruit (berries, peaches etc)
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Milk (chocolate almond, coconut, low fat etc)
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A delicious and nutritious smoothie!
Im starting a new job this week which will involve a big commute so have been trying to think of healthy breakfasts to take on the train. I think I need a smoothie maker!!!
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