26. Slim-Down Smoothie
If you’re trying to cut down some weight, this power-packed smoothie is a much healthier alternative to those sugar-packed milkshakes and flavored yogurts.
One serving will provide you 8 satiating grams of protein, 3.5 grams of fiber, only 2 grams of fat, 35 grams of carbs and a mere 26 grams of sugar.
Ingredients:
- Half cup orange juice (or other flavors)
- Half cup fat-free yogurt
- 1 cup frozen berries (strawberries, cherries, cranberries, blueberries etc.)
Directions:
Toss in the berries, orange juice and yogurt into the blender, and blend the contents for 30 seconds. Remove the lid to scrape off the sides and continuing blending for another 30 seconds, until the ingredients are finely pureed.
27. Green Ginger Smoothie
Treat yourself to this nutrient-packed green smoothie made with baby spinach and apples, it is so delicious and refreshing, you’ll end up making it every day. It contains hemp seeds, which are one of the most powerful sources of plant-based protein, along with being rich in omega-3s, omega-6 fatty acids, magnesium and fiber. It also contains other refreshing ingredients, such as lemon juice, a dash of raw honey, minced ginger and coconut water.
28. Detox Green Smoothie with Chia Seeds
Chia seeds are a fabulous addition to your diet as they are powerhouses of protein and a wide range of other nutrients. This is the ultimate superfood to brim up your daily diet with satiating goodness that keeps you full for hours, along with energizing your body. The best part is, this incredibly versatile food can be added to anything and everything.
However, most people don’t enjoy their funny texture, which is why, blending them into a smoothie is the best way to enjoy all their benefits without detecting the texture. Chia seeds are also packed with potent antioxidants and metabolism-boosting nutrients, and when you pair them up with spinach, sweet and ripe bananas, frozen pineapple and unsweetened almond milk, it creates a decadently cream concoction!
