In a world where fast food often prevails, I believe in the power of nourishing our bodies with wholesome ingredients. That's why I've concocted this delicious blend packed with goodness to keep your heart happy and your taste buds dancing!
Enjoy the flavors of fresh berries, creamy Greek yogurt ( or plant based ), leafy greens, and a sprinkle of chia seeds or flaxseeds for that extra boost of nutrition.
Heart Healthy Smoothie
INGREDIENTS
1 ripe banana
1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/2 cup plain Greek low fat yogurt ( or plant based)
1/2 cup spinach or kale leaves (fresh or frozen)
1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
1 scoop of protein powder ( optional)
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Ice cubes (optional, if using fresh berries)
Instructions:
Preparation: If you're using fresh berries, wash them thoroughly. Peel the banana and break it into smaller chunks.
Blend: In a blender, combine all the ingredients: mixed berries, banana, Greek yogurt, spinach or kale, chia seeds or flaxseeds, almond milk , and cinnamon if using.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Serve: Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses and serve immediately. You can optionally garnish with a few whole frozen or fresh berries , almond slices, goji berries, granola etc