If you want a breakfast that you can enjoy
on the run without feeling guilty about it, consider these smoothies and you
will be on your way to a healthy lifestyle.
Of
course, now that you've read all these recipes, you might want to break out
your old blender. If it's not working, hop online for some Cuisinart blender parts,
and you will be enjoying a smoothie in no time.
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Feel Better Smoothie
This smoothie is good for soothing your
belly, and it's chock-full of nutrients that will keep you healthy and
energized all day long. If you have a different preference on fruit, feel free
to add in or subtract from the recipe to make it more delicious.
1 cup cubed papaya
1 cup frozen sliced peaches
1 medium pear, skin optional
1 Tbsp flax seed grounded
1 tsp chopped ginger
1/2 c low-fat Greek yogurt
Green Tea Smoothie
For an Asian-inspired smoothie, try this
one on for size. Don't worry about the spinach if you've never had a smoothie
containing this ingredient before. It's ridiculously good for you and combines
well with grapes and avocado for a dash of protein and fiber. The recipe calls
for a strongly-brewed green tea, which you can achieve by using double the
green tea.
3 cup frozen white grapes
2 cup baby spinach
1 ½ cup strong brewed green tea, cooled
1 medium ripe avocado
2 tsp honey
Banana Spice Smoothie
Combine popular spices with the sweetness
of banana with this recipe. Combine all the ingredients in your blender. This
is good for the morning and introduces a quick hit of energy.
2 ripe bananas
2 cup vanilla/yogurt
½ tsp ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp ground allspice
12 ice cubes
Immunity Smoothie
If you feel a cold coming on, fortify your
body with the following recipe. Fresh fruit and melon are good for vitamins and
is a dairy-free smoothie.
1 cup sliced or cubed mango
1 cup chopped cantaloupe
1/2 cup of pineapple fresh or canned
1/3 cup ground almonds
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
The Cherry Bomb
This smoothie has a taste as good as the
name is fun. Kiwi usually goes with strawberry, but you will find it blends
perfectly with cherries, O.J. and agave. This frozen beverage is packed with
nutrients that your body needs.
3/4 cup frozen cherries
1 kiwi , peeled and quartered
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup coconut water
3/4 tsp agave nectar
3 ice cubes
Antioxidant Smoothie
You will likely have all the ingredients
for this simple recipe on hand and serves as a healthy breakfast that will keep
you going all day. Go ahead, enjoy!
2 cups mixed frozen berries
1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice
1 cup water
Rizwan Ahmad
About the Author:
This article is contributed by Hannah Whittenly and posted by Rizwan Ahmad Author and founder of myfoodforu blog He is a blogger from India and he loves to share his thoughts by writing articles on the different topics related to humanity,
This article is contributed by Hannah Whittenly and posted by Rizwan Ahmad Author and founder of myfoodforu blog He is a blogger from India and he loves to share his thoughts by writing articles on the different topics related to humanity,
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