Citrus Cantaloupe Smoothie

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Kale ranks as the most nutrient-dense food available, closely followed by hemp seeds, which provide essential healthy fats and protein. Add some cantaloupe and oranges for sweetness, and you’ve crafted a fully balanced meal in a glass.

Ingredients

1 large bunch of kalerinse, remove ribs and chop
½ zucchinidiced
½ cup cantaloupediced
1 small orangepeeled and sectioned
1 tbsp hemp seeds
½ cup milk
Iceas desired

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender, putting the ice or any frozen foods near the blade.

Add more liquids (milk, juice, water) as needed to blend everything smoothly.

Notes: Always include protein in your smoothies. Great additions are: milk, coconut milk, soy milk, yogurt, protein powder, nuts, nut butter, and flax, chia, hemp, pumpkin, or sunflower seeds.

Avo-Mango Smoothie

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Bursting with bright flavors, this smoothie is packed with vitamins and nutrients. Plus, it makes a yummy treat for anyone!

Ingredients

½ avocado
1 mangocut into chunks and frozen
1 bananasliced and frozen
¼ cup oats
½ tbsp flax seeds
½ cup milkalmond, cow, coconut, etc.
¼ tsp pumpkin spice
¼ tsp cinnamon
Ice as desired

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender, putting the ice or any frozen foods near the blade.

Add more liquids (milk or water) as needed to blend everything smoothly.

Notes: Always include protein in your smoothies. Great additions are: milk, coconut milk, soy milk, yogurt, protein powder, nuts, nut butter, and flax, chia, hemp, pumpkin, or sunflower seeds.

Berry Carrot Smoothie

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The best way to start off your day is with a healthful smoothie packed with antioxidants and plenty of protein to help keep your body fueled for the day ahead. Whether you use milk, coconut milk, soy milk, low fat Greek yogurt and or protein powder to name a few, you are going to get a complete meal in a quick ‘grab and go’ drink.

Ingredients

½ cup blackberries
½ cup raspberries
½ cup strawberries
¼ cup shredded carrots
1 tbsp hemp seeds
½ cup milkvanilla almond milk works great
½ cup scoop protein powder
1 tbsp almond butter
1 cup ice

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender, putting the ice or any frozen foods near the blade.

Add more liquids (milk or water) as needed to blend everything smoothly.

Place in a ‘to go’ smoothie container or in your favorite glass with a metal straw.

Notes: Always include protein in your smoothies. Great additions are: milk, coconut milk, soy milk, yogurt, protein powder, nuts, nut butter, and flax, chia, hemp, pumpkin, or sunflower seeds.

Shamrock Coconut Smoothie

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A fun spin on a smoothie that sneaks in some amazing nutrients like folate, vitamin C, niacin and potassium. Don’t forget the fiber and healthy fat! This brain boosting drink can be poured into your favorite popsicle molds for a whole new way of consuming this healthy snack.

Ingredients

½ cup coconut milktry to find a brand free of chemicals and additives
½ cup plain Greek yogurtgrass fed and organic is best
1 cup fresh spinach leaves
1 large bananapeeled and sliced
1 large green applecored, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp shaved coconut
1 cup ice

Directions

Pour all ingredients into the blender. Blend until smooth and serve immediately.

Put a fun twist on this recipe and grab out your popsicle molds. Sprinkle a teaspoon of coconut shavings in the bottom of each mold. Slowly pour your smoothie mixture into each mold and place in the freezer until frozen. This is a great summer treat!

Tropical Blast Smoothie

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If you are feeling the need for something light and refreshing, you picked the right recipe! Packed with nutrients and great flavor, your body will thank you for this creamy tropical concoction.

Ingredients

1 frozen bananadiced
1 cup frozen pineapplechopped
1 ½ cups plain Greek yogurt
1 ½ cups coconut milk or almond milk
½ cup shredded coconut
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp tumeric
1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

Place all ingredients in a blender and blast together until smooth.

Pour and serve.

Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

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Whether you are looking for a healthy start to your day or it’s time for a guiltless tasty treat, you are sure to find this recipe a quick and easy way to satisfy your appetite!

Ingredients

1 cup almond milk
1 frozen bananasliced
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds
½ cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
½ cup ice

Directions

Blend and top with a drizzle of peanut butter and chopped nuts (optional) and enjoy!

Green Machine Smoothie

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Whether you torched it at an hour-long spin class, or want to sip on something refreshing by the pool, nothing is more satisfying than a delicious smoothie packed with anti-inflammatory nutrients.

Ingredients

1 cup vanilla almond milk
1 cup mango chunksfrozen
1 cup spinachfresh
1 kiwisliced
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds
½ cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
½ cup ice

Directions

Blend and enjoy!

Triple Berry Smoothie

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March is National Nutrition Month. This is an education and information campaign that focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices, and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

A sure fire way for the entire family to start their day filled with antioxidants and fiber and only takes a few minutes to prepare!

Ingredients

1 cup vanilla almond milk
¼ cup orange juice
½ banana
⅓ cup blackberries
⅓ cup rasberries
1 cup blueberries
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp flax seeds
½ cup plain low fat Greek yogurt
¼ tsp cinnamon
1 cup ice

Directions

Blend and top with a peppermint garnish (optional) and enjoy!