Smoothies are an easy solution for adding more protein and fresh (or frozen) fruits and veggies to your diet, plus, they’re an especially great way to cool off in the summer!
To make sure your smoothie is as healthy as possible, include a balance of fat, fiber, protein, and greens. You’ll also want to avoid too much added sugar from things like honey or maple syrup, flavored yogurts, fruit juice, and some nondairy milks. Here, two locals offer their takes on this nutritious and delicious treat.
The Local Juicery + Kitchen's Sunshine Bowl
1
servingA simple seasonal risotto that pairs perfectly with seared scallops
Ingredients
- 4 oz.
almond milk
- 1 tsp.
turmeric
- 1⁄3 cup
cup banana
- 1⁄3 cup
mango
- 1⁄3 cup
pineapple
- For the Toppings:
- 1⁄3 cup
granola
Fresh strawberries, sliced
Fresh banana, sliced
- 1 tsp.
chia seeds
- 1 tsp.
bee pollen
Honey, to taste
Directions
Add ingredients for the base to blender and blend until it reaches your desired thickness.
Pour into bowl.
Add granola and sliced strawberries and bananas to the top, then sprinkle in chia seeds and bee pollen.
Add a drizzle of honey and serve.
“This is a personal recipe that I put together to help with inflammation, allergies, and to give my body something fresh and filling. Chia seeds are high in fiber and protein. The bee pollen is known to help with seasonal allergies and serves as an anti-inflammatory! The fruits were chosen to help with oxidative stress in the body and the pineapple helps increase dopamine levels! Plus they are perfectly paired to make the taste tropical and delicious.”
