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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

GREEN BLUEBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE




This smoothie is packed with antioxidants thanks to all the blueberries and spinach. It’s loaded with potassium from the banana, protein from the Greek yogurt, calcium from the milk, and fiber and omega 3 fatty acids from the flax meal. The sweetness from the smoothie is a combination of the natural sugars from the banana, a little maple syrup, and vanilla extract. All of these powerhouse ingredients blend together into a tasty and filling breakfast or afternoon snack. So, just for a minute lets put looks aside, toughen up and blend up this deceivingly delicious and healthy Green Blueberry Banana Smoothie, your body and taste buds will thank you!

Green Blueberry Banana Smoothie
 
Rating: 51
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
1 large or 2 smaller smoothies
Despite it's color, this Green Blueberry Banana Smoothie is delicious, sweet, and packed with healthy ingredients. Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack!
Ingredients
  • 1 cup skim milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/3 cup plain non fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 3/4 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 T. flaxseed meal
  • 4 t. maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 t. vanilla extract
  • 1 T. unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
  1. Place all of the ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Pour the smoothie into one large or two smaller glasses.
  3. Serve immediately.





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