Protein Power Smoothie
This smoothie is loaded with healthful and energy boosting ingredients to quick-start your day.
- Prep time: 5 min
- Makes: 2 servings
- Cook time: 0 min
Nutritional Information
PER SERVING 1 1/2 cups/375 ml
- Calories.240
- Saturated Fat.5 g
- Fat.5 g
- Cholesterol.1 mg
- Carbohydrates.34 g
- Fibre.6 g
- Sugars.23 g
- Protein.15 g
- Sodium.208 mg
- Potassium*.310 mg
Ingredients
1/2 cup / 125 g | Naturegg Simply Egg Whites, well shaken |
1/2 cup / 125 ml | 2% milk |
1/2 cup / 125 ml | plain, nonfat or 2% Greek yogurt |
2 cup / 500 ml | baby spinach or kale |
1 1/2 cup / 375 ml | frozen blueberries |
1 | very ripe banana, cut into chunks |
1/2 cup / 125 ml | crushed ice |
2 tsp / 10 ml | flaxseed oil |
1 tsp / 5 ml | honey (optional to taste) |
Directions
Place the egg whites, milk, yogurt, spinach, blueberries, banana, ice and flax oil into a blender. Blend, stopping to stir as needed, for 2 minutes or until smooth and well combined. Serve immediately.
Tips
Add a flavor and health boost by adding 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cinnamon, which has been shown to have antibacterial and immune boosting properties.
Substitute agave syrup for the honey.
Substitute 2% milk for skim or almond, oat or soy beverage.
This recipe was made with:
Naturegg Simply Egg Whites
Made from 100% pure egg whites. We mean simple.
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