It’s summer… and last week, I shared 25 ways to eat oatmeal. I’m a little crazy like that. 😉
I also promised that I’d follow up with some smoothie ideas, just in case you’re in a city with a million percent humidity. (I get it…I grew up in Virginia. Stick-y summers! Blech.)
Smoothies go down easy on hot mornings. And, as with oatmeal, the variations are endless.
Not only that, but they’re a great way to front load your day with pure nutrition and hydration.
In this week’s video, I share my tips for making out-of-this-world smoothies, my favorite on-the-go “nutrition delivery system.”
P.S. If you were a fan of the Showtime series Weeds, you’ll definitely want to watch until the end for a little inside joke. 😉
Here’s some other stuff to make your smoothie life easier:
More info on the Blendtec Blender. And Vitamix.)
Smoothie Recipes
Lara’s Basic Smoothie Recipe
- 1 cup liquid (coconut water, almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, etc.)
- 1/2 cup frozen fruit
- 1-2 tablespoons nut butter
- 1/2-1 cup greens
- Other “flavorings” to taste
- 1/2-1 cup ice
Banana Breakfast Smoothie
- 1 cup kefir
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup granola or rolled oats
- 1-2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1 cup ice
Cherry Banana Ginger Smoothie
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup frozen sweet cherries
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2-1 cup greens (spinach, chard, or kale)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger root (about a 2-inch chunk)
- 1/2-1 cup ice
Now it’s your turn! Share your favorite smoothie recipes in the comments.
Stay cool,
