Summer Smoothies
Summer smoothies have as many flavour combinations as Lady Gaga does new outfits. In other words, the variations are endless.
There are berry-based smoothies made from fresh or frozen seasonal fruits (with banana or without), and possibly even protein enhanced—or maybe not. You can add regular milk, almond milk, soy milk or even coconut milk. Greens, like spinach and kale, can be added, and so can fresh herbs (parsley is great). Smoothies can be yogurt based, juice based, herb infused and/or made with ice.
Smoothies are a great way to help detox your system after long weekend indulgences (ice cream, burgers and beer, I’m talking to you), and they can be dairy-free, sugar-free and full of nothing but powerhouse foods.
I personally am a fan of thin, pure-fruit smoothies in the morning, with slushier concoctions saved for late afternoon snacks. It feels more like a treat rather than a healthy refreshment, and the kids certainly don’t complain.
Does your family enjoy smoothies? What are your favourite summer varieties to make?
Blueberry, Banana, Spinach Smoothie
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup of frozen blueberries
- ½ cup loose spinach leaves
- 1 banana
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- ¼cup of apple juice
Prep and Cook:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender, and puree until smooth.
Banana Oat Smoothie
You’ll Need:
- 1 frozen banana, cut into chunks
- ½ cup almond milk
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ¼cup large flake oats
- 2 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
Prep and Cook:
- Combine all ingredients in a blender, and puree until smooth.
