Metabolism Boosting Smoothie
I am a smoothie junkie!
What is there not to like about them?
Quick, easy, delicious, and healthy are always key points I look for when stirring up something in the kitchen.
When it comes to breakfast, a smoothie always hits the spot.
This metabolism boosting smoothie is one of my favorite morning treats not only because it is filling and yummy but it kicks your metabolism into gear to gets your body working properly first thing in the a.m.
What You Need:
6 ounces vanilla non fat Greek yogurt
8 almonds
1/4 cup broccoli florets (no stems)
1 cup frozen strawberries
1/4 cup garbanzo beans
3/4 cup iced green tea
1 teaspoon flaxmeal
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
What You Do:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth
Pour into a glass and garnish with a dash of cinnamon. Enjoy!
What does your favorite smoothie consist of?!
Tori
YUM, this sounds good. I never would have thought to add garbanzo beans though.
ReplyDeleteIt taste great and you don't even taste the beans.
DeleteBroccoli and beans?! I never would of thought of adding those in. Sounds good though.
ReplyDeleteA little weird I know, but delish!!
Deletenever though to add garbanzo beans! cool twist!
ReplyDeleteThanks. They are amazing for fiber and really keep you full!
Deletei love smoothies, but i would never have thought to add almonds or chickpeas! totally trying it.
ReplyDeleteThey work great for fiber, protein, and appetite control.
DeleteIm a smoothie / protein shake junkie as well. Sounds yummers!
ReplyDeleteit is very tasty!
DeleteOooh, garbanzo beans in a smoothie is totally new to me! Do they totally mix in or are you still finding the 'shells' stuck in the straw?
ReplyDeleteYou need to have a really good blender if not you can throw them in a food processor first =)
DeleteI love trying different smoothie ingredients. Never thought to use broccoli or gabanzo beans. Sounds good especially if it's boosts your metabolism.
ReplyDeleteThey flavor and ingredients really work well together.
Deletelove smoothies. i had one this morning with strawberries
ReplyDeleteStrawberries are def a fave!
DeleteWoah, we are totally scares of all these ingredients but also curious. We'll have to give it a try! Thanks for the recipe :)
ReplyDeletexx 365Hangers
haha it can be a bit intimidating but we enjoyed it!
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