About a few weeks ago I decided to switch out my usual breakfast of Chobani, fruit and coffee for a Green Monster Smoothie. I was beginning to see how reliant I was on coffee and caffeine in general and quite frankly, my dependence was suuuuuper unhealthy. So, as a fruit and veggie junkie (and recent vegetarian) I figured it was a good gamble. I went out, bought a little one serving blender (easier to clean) from Target for around $15.00, my ingredients and into the kitchen I went. My first attempts were a little messy and I was late to work on a few occasions. But alas, I have perfected the Green Monster Smoothie and could not be happier! I have coffee maybe once a week now, am full well into lunch time, and have noticed healthier looking skin and my hair is growing like a weed. Needless to say...I am a Green Monster Junkie!
So what's in it?
Spinach- the key ingredient that is loaded with vitamins and minerals and low in calories. Its a super food
Green Tea- chock full of antioxidants and speeds up metabolism
Low Fat Vanilla Yogurt- Protein, calcium AND probiotics
Strawberries- Fiber, antioxidants, Vitamin C and manganese
Bananas- Iron, Fiber, Potassium and B vitamins
My recipe (I prefer fruitier tasting smoothies):
1. Steep Green Tea then let chill in the freezer for a bit
2. In blender: 1/4 cup Green Tea
6 Frozen Strawberries
1 Frozen and peeled banana
2 Large spoonfulls of Yogurt
2 Handfulls of Spinach
A few squeezes of Lemon Juice
3. Blend well until all ingredients are mixed
4. Pour into a cup or tumbler and Enjoy!
Have you ever tried a Green Monster? What are your recipes?
xxA
2 comments:
I have green monsters a few times a week for lunch! In mine I typically add 2 handfuls of spinach,4-5 ice cubes, banana, blueberries, 3/4 c almond milk and a sprinkle of oats or a scoop of almond butter! SO good!
Mmmm bananas and almond milk sound like amazing additions! I will hav to try. Thanks!
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