Don’t feel like cooking or don’t have time for a lot of prep? Throw the ingredients of your choice in a blender and power your day. The combinations are endless, but here are a few key ingredients to include with your fruits and veggies. Experiment and see which ones you like best!
Chia Seeds – full of Omega 3s and fibre
Hemp Seeds – full of Omega 3s and protein
Whey Protein – packs a protein punch
Plain Kefir – protein + naturally occurring probiotics
Almond Butter – good fats and protein
Coconut Oil - chock full of good-for-you fats and protein
Raw Cocoa – all the antioxidants and none of the sugar
Almond Milk – a delicious and nutritious alternative to milk
Fresh Herbs – throw in fresh mint, basil, or the herb of your choice to add flavour and vitamins in one easy step!
Coco Chocolate Protein Shake-it-Up
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1 tablespoon cacao nibs (if you don't have these, use chocolate almond milk)
1 banana
pinch cinnamon
1/4 to 1/2 cup water to desired consistency
Blend and enjoy!
Berry Rise
1/2 cup cashew milk
1/2 cup strawberries (or berry of choice)
1 tbsp. hemp seeds
1 tsp. chia seeds
1 tsp. coconut oil
a pinch of fresh mint
1/4 cup water
Drink it up!
Avocado Liquid Lunch
1/2 avocado
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup frozen or fresh mango
1/4 cup plain kefir
2 tbsps. hemp seeds
pinch of fresh basil
Yum!
