I workout at least 3 times a week, and it is very important to me that I eat right so that my muscles can recover faster. Aside from strength and core workouts, I run 5-10K every weekend. Thus, I make sure that I hydrate and refuel myself well.
Here are 3 smoothie recipes that I absolutely love - they not only give me a good protein boost, but also taste super yummy!
1. Almond Chocolate Smoothie
What you need:
half a cup of almonds (soaked overnight, or almond butter)
2 tablespoons of cacao powder
1 frozen banana
half cup greek yogurt
1 cup milk of choice
honey to sweeten
Put all ingredients in your blender and blitz away! You end up with a creamy decadent smoothie that is so delicious, but also packs a punch of energising ingredients. The almonds and greek yogurt gives you protein, fibre, magnesium, and healthy fats that aid in your recovery.
Trust me, you won't regret this.
2. Banana Strawberry Smoothie
What you need:
1 frozen banana
half cup frozen strawberries
half cup greek yogurt
1 cup milk of choice
Blend all ingredients together till you get this smooth and creamy smoothie! To further add a protein punch, add in some almond butter, or vanilla protein powder. YUMZ.
3. Avocado Pineapple Smoothie
What you need:
half an avocado
1 cup frozen pineapple
half cup greek yogurt
1 cup milk of choice
honey to sweeten
Blend all ingredients until smooth. Feel free to use a whole avocado for this, but I'd prefer using the remaining half for an avo toast! Mash up the remaining half avocado, squeeze in some lemon, add a little salt and pepper, and sprinkle some chilli flakes. Spread the mix on toast, and I promise you, you'd be in heaven.
Enjoy!