This smoothie is full of holiday flavours and nutrient-dense ingredients to balance out the indulging season (see "Notes" below).
Ingredients
2 cup
Swiss chard
(chopped)
1/4 avocado(s)
Avocado
114 gm
Tofu, silken, soft
1 cup
Holiday Nog, Coconut
1 medium
Banana (s)
1 tbsp
Almonds, raw
(or almond butter)
1/2 tsp
Cinnamon
1/4 tsp
Nutmeg, ground
1/8 tsp
Ground cloves
1 tbsp
Chia seeds
1 tbsp hulled
Hemp seeds, shelled
1 pinch
Sea salt, fine
Instructions
Blend all ingredients in a high powered blender.
Garnish with a pinch of nutmeg.
Notes:
There is nothing wrong with indulging during the holidays with family and friends. It's all about balance! Starting with a balanced breakfast like this smoothie keeps you energized and prevents you from over-eating when dinner comes around.
tofu, almonds, and hemp seeds provide plant-based protein.
Holiday nog, almonds, and chia seeds provide calcium.
Swiss chard, chia seeds, and soy milk provide iron.
This smoothie is also high in fibre, potassium, healthy fats and warming spices!
