Smoothies are such an easy and delicious way of consuming more fruit and veg. Whenever I feel like snacking, I open the fridge to see what I can find and blitz some yummy, creamy drinks.
Here is a selection of my favourite recipes. The beauty of making smoothies is that you can be as wild and creative as you wish. The more often you make them, the more confident you'll feel in creating new delicious flavours! For now I hope you'll try some of mine... And adding some supplements to smoothies can boost energy levels, make your skin glow and feeling more balanced - but these are optional in my recipes.
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| BEETROOT PASSION |
Ingredients:
1 small beetroot (cooked or raw)
1 celery stick
1 banana
half of passion fruit (you need to scoop out the delicious flesh of the fruit)
1 tablespoon of baobab powder - optional
1 glass of coconut water or apple juice
Simply put all the ingredients in a high power blender and blitz till smooth consistency.
Beetroots are full of vitamins plus help to detoxify the body, by purifying the blood and delivering fresh supply of iron and antioxidants into our system.
Baobab powder is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, helps to release energy and healthy glowing skin.
GLORIOUS PINEAPPLE
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| GLORIOUS PINEAPPLE |
1 banana - I really like freezing chopped banana for added coolness and creaminess in the smoothies, yum!!
handful of chopped pineapple
fresh turmeric root - 1 teaspoon worth will do
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tablespoon of baobab powder - optional
1 glass of coconut water
chia seeds to top up the smoothie
Add all of the ingredients apart from chia seeds and blitz in a high volume blender. Once all creamy and smooth sprinkle the chia seeds for added omega 3 boost. Enjoy.
Fresh turmeric is a great ingredient to add to smoothies, it will act anti-inflammatory and will boost your immune system.
Fresh pineapple is full of vitamin C, supports immune system, bone strength and eye health.
GREEN DETOX
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| GREEN DETOX |
handful of washed kale
1 tablespoon of spirulina powder
1 banana
1 or two dried dates - for added sweetness
1 cup of coconut water - you can use apple juice if you prefer
Put everything in a blender and mix till smooth.
I love kale. It has a nutty, slightly bitter flavour and can help to ease lung congestion and benefit the stomach.
Spirulina is a nutrient rich, fresh water plant that has the ability to capture the sun's energy. It helps to cleanse and detoxify the body and it's protein content supports energy levels so it can definitely help after few glasses of wine... ;-)
BEE CACAO
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| BEE CACAO |
1 frozen banana
raw cacao nibs - 1 or two tablespoons will work
1 tablespoon of peanut butter - you can also use almond or hazelnut butter
bee pollen - 1 tablespoon
1 cup of milk - any will work, I really like using either almond or coconut milk
you can also add two ice cubes for making the smoothie more crunchy and chilled
Put all of the ingredients into a blender and blitz - if you like it to be more crunchy don't blend it till it's completely smooth. It's absolutely delicious, filling and will give you a nice energy boost and it's a great alternative to a chocolate bar...
Raw cacao is a great source of magnesium, potassium, antioxidants and can improve your mood!
Bee pollen is another super supplement that is rich in proteins, vitamins including B-complex and folic acid, it's rejuvenating and contains all the essential components of life, clever bees!!
TROPICAL ISLAND
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| TROPICAL ISLAND |
1 frozen banana or half an avocado
fresh papaya - half will work well
chia seeds - 1 tablespoon (half to go in the blender, the other half to sprinkle on top of the smoothie)
Maca powder (optional) - 1 teaspoon if using
coconut oil - 1 teaspoon
1 glass of coconut water
All of the ingredients go in a high speed blender and blitz till smooth. Enjoy!
Papaya is such a delicious fruit, filled with vitamin C, which is a great infection fighter and it tastes of summer holidays.
Maca is a root that grows in the mountains of Peru and it's famous for its ability to balance hormones, mood swings, depression plus increases stamina and energy.
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| PICK ME UP |
half of avocado or one small banana
handful of goji berries
baobab powder - 1 tablespoon (optional)
handful of washed kale
few leaves of fresh mint
1 glass of coconut water
Add all of the ingredients into a blender, blitz till smooth and creamy.
I love goji berries and often add them to morning porridge or smoothies. These nutritious little berries are found in the Himalayas and have been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Adding fresh mint will make the smoothie very refreshing and together with baobab powder (if using) will help to pick you up!! :-)
I hope you will find these recipes useful, but also be as creative as you like in making your own combinations :-)
And here's a picture of some of my favourite supplements, they can be found in any healthy food store. Have a beautiful day.
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