Smoothies
My favorite option of all time is a freshly blended smoothie. There is nothing more satisfying to me than throwing a bunch of nutritious foods into a blender, pushing a button, and watching it become my breakfast. Usually they taste so delicious and are so easy to consume, that I have it finished by the time I get to work, barely noticing the royal treatment I just gave my body. I stay full until lunch, get a good dose of fruits and veggies, and even sneak in some superfoods.
For the perfect smoothie, first start with a base. I use part almond milk, part water. Experiment with different milks such as hemp, oat, or soy milk. Then add in your ice.
Next you add in fruit. I almost always use a banana for a creamy texture, and banana also balances the flavor well, especially if you decide to add in some greens. Other fruits that are great to use include: Mango, berries, apples, pineapple, and oranges.
At this point, blend it up so you have a good base. Then, add a handful of greens such as spinach or kale. You will not taste the greens much, so this is a great way to sneak in a serving of veggies in your diet.
A scoop of protein powder is good to add to keep you full. You can also add in a ¼ cup or so of dry oats, which gives you fiber. From here, you can throw in any number of healthy superfoods to top it off, such as a scoop of chia seeds, flax meal, hemp seeds, ect. I also enjoy adding a scoop of nut butter or yogurt for a bit more creaminess.
I suggest having a section of your cabinet and fridge where you keep all of your smoothie stuff. Then, in the AM you can just throw it all in the blender, even half-asleep, and have yourself a healthy breakfast on the go within minutes.
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