Protein Power Smoothie
This smoothie is loaded with healthful and energy boosting ingredients to quick-start your day.
- Prep time: 5 min
- Makes: 2 servings
- Cook time: 0 min
Nutritional Information
PER SERVING 1 1/2 cups/375 ml
- Calories.240
- Saturated Fat.5 g
- Fat.5 g
- Cholesterol.1 mg
- Carbohydrates.34 g
- Fibre.6 g
- Sugars.23 g
- Protein.15 g
- Sodium.208 mg
- Potassium*.310 mg
Ingredients
| 1/2 cup / 125 g | Naturegg Simply Egg Whites, well shaken |
| 1/2 cup / 125 ml | vanilla almond beverage |
| 1/2 cup / 125 ml | plain, nonfat Greek yogurt |
| 2 cup / 500 ml | baby spinach or kale |
| 1 1/2 cup / 375 ml | frozen blueberries |
| 1 | very ripe banana, cut into chunks |
| 1/2 cup / 125 ml | crushed ice |
| 2 tsp / 10 ml | flaxseed oil |
| 1 tsp / 5 ml | honey (optional to taste) |
Directions
Place the egg whites, vanilla almond beverage, yogurt, spinach, blueberries, banana, ice and flax oil into a blender. Blend, stopping to stir as needed, for 2 minutes or until smooth and well combined. Serve immediately.
Tips
Add a flavor and health boost by adding 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cinnamon, which has been shown to have antibacterial and immune boosting properties.
Substitute agave syrup for the honey.
Substitute vanilla rice or soy beverage or even regular milk for the almond beverage.
Naturegg Simply Egg Whites
Made from 100% pure egg whites. We mean simple.
Learn MoreTips: Whipping
When whipping eggs, start with a low speed and then gradually work up to the whip setting on the mixer. The lower speed stretches the protein molecules and makes the mixture more readily accept air.