Make ahead smoothies
Make Ahead Smoothies
PREP: 5 minutes
SERVES: 1
Photo credit: Simply Recipes
Immune booster green smoothie.
1 banana (chopped)
1 cup spinach or kale
1 apple (chopped)
1 inch knob ginger (chopped)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For serving: 1/2 cup almond milk + 1/2 cup greek yogurt (non-fat)
Chocolate protein power smoothie.
1 banana (chopped)
2 tbsp cacao powder
2 tbsp peanut butter
2 tbsp ground flaxseed
For serving: 1/2 cup almond mlk + 1/2 cup greek yogurt (non-fat)
Acai berry smoothie.
1 banana (chopped)
1 cup frozen berries
1 frozen acai pack (you can find these at Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, or Target)
1 tbsp chia seeds
For serving: 1/2 cup almond milk + 1/2 cup greek yogurt (non-fat)
Instructions.
Meal prep: Prep and add all raw ingredients (except milk and yogurt) to a reusable bag (I recommend the quart-sized Stasher bag) or mason jar (quart-sized) for as many servings as desired. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To serve: Pour all frozen ingredients into a blender and add milk and yogurt. Blend until smooth and serve with a straw.
Meal-prep notes.
This recipe can be made beforehand and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition facts.
Apples are rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6 and antioxidants.
Bananas are packed with antioxidants. folate, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium which support the nervous system, skin health, iron absorption, and blood pressure.
Peanuts are a great source of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.
Spinach is high in vitamin C and iron.
Acai is rich in antioxidants and fiber. It also contains calcium, iron, zinc, and vitamin B6.
Chia and flax seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
For moms: Smoothies are an excellent source of essential nutrients—including protein (to promote baby’s growth as well as tissue repair, immune response, healing, and mood regulation for mom), calcium (bone health), vitamin C (growth and development), and iron (to make more blood to supply oxygen to the fetus and prevent deficiency anemia for mom). As a bonus, these smoothies can be made ahead of time and prepped within minutes when ready to eat, which can be critical especially during those busy days caring after a newborn.
Sources: Solid Starts, Centers for Disease Control, WebMD, VeryWell Health, What to Expect
Kitchen tools.
Nutribullet ninja blender
