Green Goddess Protein Shake
Dear friends,
Having more nutrient-dense liquids such as hearty shakes really can give us energy!
It takes a significant amount of energy to break down foods in our stomach and gut, so reducing the energy expense by having a good blended meal per day, such as a shake or blended soup, can give us more energy!
Of course, what’s in the shake matters.
Check out my recipe below for some nutrient-dense ideas. Try other ingredients too such as frozen greens, beets, roasted pumpkin, frozen cherries, etc. Experiment!
See your shake as a beautiful canvas and nourish your body!
Green Goddess Protein Shake
This power-packed shake will keep you satisfied for hours. Its low sugar and high protein content make it a perfect post-workout shake. Garnishing with a mixture of nuts and coconut adds crunch and zing!
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 16 to 20 ounces, depending on addition of ice cubes
Ingredients
8 ounces non-dairy unsweetened milk
1 scoop or serving protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
½ medium avocado or 2 to 3 teaspoons sunflower seed butter, walnut butter or almond butter
2 cups chopped kale or spinach leaves
4 to 7 drops liquid stevia (4 if using spinach, 7 if using kale)
pinch of high-mineral sea salt\
6 ice cubes
Optional Toppings and Garnishes:
3 tablespoons chopped macadamia nuts, almonds, walnuts, or unsweetened coconut strips
¼ avocado cut in cubes
Directions:
Place all ingredients (nut milk through ice) in a blender. Start on low speed, and increase to high speed for 50 to 70 seconds until well mixed. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water if necessary to blend more easily.
Garnish with chopped nuts, coconut and avocado if desired.