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Blueberry Milkshake Smoothie

Prep Time:

Under 10 minutes

Cook Time:

1 Hour

Serves:

Approximately 16 oz

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

Nutrient dense, tastes like a milkshake without the glycemic spike.

Nutrition Benefits:
--Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and polyphenols and they're a low glycemic fruit so typically won't cause a sugar spike
--Cashews provide good fats for brain and heart health and support hormone function
--Flax is another good fat and, in addition to the benefits of cashews, flax is high in fiber, supports digestive health and can alleviate constipation
--Chia is another good fat and finer combo. Good fats help increase satiety so you stay fuller longer and finer helps prevent blood sugar spikes. Chia also is packed w antioxidants and is known to reduce free radicals in the body.
--Collagen supports digestive health, connective tissue, healthy skin + hair and possess free radicals and lots of amino acids that can help improve sleep-wake cycles, hormone function, neurotransmission, healthy weight, immune system and more.

Another superfood meal you and your fam will love. It's quick and easy to make and so delicious you'll be stoked to drink a milkshake for breakfast :)

Ingredients

·     1 1/2 C Water

·     Handful of Cashews (raw, organic, soaked overnight if possible)

·     1/2 C Frozen Blueberries

·     2 Scoops of Plain Collagen Protein Powder (or sub your fav plain, vegan protein powder)

·     1-2 Dates (optional; omit if on a reduced carbohydrate diet)

·     2 T Chia Seeds

·     1 T Flax Seeds

·     Pinch Sea Salt

·     1/2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract

·     Optional:  a handful of spinach or kale. This is so yummy that you won’t even know it’s in there!

Preparation

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until all ingredients are incorporated.  Drink immediately and enjoy!

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