Servings : 1

Minutes : 5

Ingredients : 7

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 1/4 cups Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1 cup Frozen Strawberries
• 1 Kiwi (peeled, chopped)
• 1/4 cup Pineapple (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 Zucchini (chopped)
• 1 tbsp Chia Seeds
• 2 tbsps Vanilla Protein Powder

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place the unsweetened almond milk, frozen strawberries, chopped kiwi, pineapple, and zucchini in your blender.
2. Add the chia seeds and vanilla protein powder to the blender as well.
3. Blend all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy!

Notes:

• Nut-Free: If you have a nut allergy, use hemp milk, rice milk, oat milk, or water instead of almond milk.
• No Chia Seeds: If you don’t have chia seeds, you can use ground flax seeds as an alternative.
• No Zucchini: If you don’t have zucchini, you can use frozen cauliflower, spinach, or kale for added nutrients and thickness.
• Protein Powder: This recipe was developed and tested using a plant-based protein powder, but you can use your preferred protein powder brand or omit it if you prefer.

Nutrition:

• Calories: 295
• Sugar: 23g
• Fat: 8g
• Protein: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Sodium: 235mg
• Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
• Calcium: 768mg
• Carbohydrates: 46g
• Iron: 4mg
• Fiber: 13g

Here are some variations of the smoothie recipe:

1. Tropical Twist Smoothie:

• Replace the frozen strawberries with frozen mango chunks.
• Add 1/4 cup of frozen pineapple instead of fresh or frozen pineapple.
• Swap the kiwi with half a ripe banana.
• Use coconut milk or coconut water instead of almond milk.
• Optional: Add a splash of lime juice for a tangy flavor.

2. Berry Blast Smoothie:

• Replace the frozen strawberries with a mix of frozen blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
• Use unsweetened cranberry juice or pomegranate juice instead of almond milk.
• Add a handful of fresh baby spinach for added nutrients and vibrant color.
• Optional: Top with a sprinkle of goji berries for extra antioxidants.

3. Green Power Smoothie:

• Use fresh spinach or kale instead of the zucchini.
• Swap the pineapple with a green apple for a slightly tart taste.
• Add a tablespoon of hemp seeds or ground flax seeds for extra fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
• Use a plant-based vanilla protein powder with added greens.

4. Creamy Banana Berry Smoothie:

• Omit the zucchini and pineapple from the original recipe.
• Use a ripe banana and a handful of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) instead.
• Use unsweetened coconut milk or oat milk for a creamier texture.
• Add a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter for a nutty flavor.

5. Chocolate-Berry Protein Smoothie:

• Replace the frozen strawberries with frozen mixed berries.
• Add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder for a chocolatey taste.
• Use chocolate-flavored protein powder instead of vanilla.
• Optional: Top with a few dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

6. Creamy Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie:

• Replace the frozen strawberries with frozen banana slices.
• Use unsweetened peanut butter instead of almond butter.
• Add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup for added sweetness.
• Use a plant-based vanilla protein powder.
• Optional: Sprinkle some crushed peanuts on top for a crunchy texture.

7. Mixed Berry Spinach Delight:

• Replace the frozen strawberries with a mix of frozen blueberries and raspberries.
• Add a handful of fresh spinach for an extra boost of nutrients.
• Use unsweetened cranberry juice or water instead of almond milk.
• Optional: Add a teaspoon of chia seeds for added fiber.