A delicious and nutritious way to start your morning.
Ingredients
1/2 cup
Spinach
1 medium
Banana (s)
1 cup
Coconut milk, reduced fat
(or 2% yogurt)
1 cup
Blackberries
2 tsp
Chia seeds, ground
1 tsp
Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1/4 cup
Coconut flakes, unsweetened
Instructions
Add spinach, banana, and milk in the blender and blend until creamy and thoroughly combined.
Add blackberries (setting aside a few for garnish) to the blender and pulse two or three times to incorporate, leaving a bit of consistency to the mixture.
Distribute the smoothie blend evenly into 2 serving bowls. Garnish with fresh blackberries and top with chia and pumpkin seeds, and coconut flakes.
Notes:
Quick Tips:
Prep your veggies and portion into small containers and add to your freezer. Not only does this allow for quick smoothie prep, but the frozen ingredients create a creamier texture.
Other ideas for smoothie garnish: cacao nibs, puffed rice, nut butter, mint.
Nutritional Highlights:
Berries, spinach, and pumpkin seeds are all loaded with beneficial antioxidants and phytonutrients that support overall health and wellness.
