RASPBERRY SMOOTHIE
The Good
Servings: 2 • Prep time: 2 minutes
Smoothies are a convenient way of getting a good intake of fresh fruit and veg while giving your digestive system a rest from actively breaking down solid foods. This recipe ticks many macro and micronutrient boxes. Spinach is a renowned superfood containing vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C and folate. Raspberries are a great source of fibre and vitamin C and avocado is a great source of heart healthy fats. Chia seeds are rich in omega-3 and protein, pepitas are high in zinc and bananas are rich in fibre and potassium.
Ingredients
2 cups almond milk (or milk of your choice)
Small handful of baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons avocado
1 tablespoon chia seeds or pepitas
1 ½ - 2 cups frozen raspberrries
1 frozen banana
Method
Blend in a high speed blender till smooth and enjoy!
NOTES
Add super greens powder for its nutritive, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory and alkalising benefits.
A spoonful of tahini provides an added boost of calcium, magnesium, iron, selenium and dietary fibre.
Add protein such as a pea protein powder or 1tbsp hemp seeds for a nutritious breakfast substitute that ticks all the boxes.
Berries are among the most highly sprayed crop in the world, so ensure to opt for organic or spray free where possible.
