1 High speed blender
1 smoothie cup
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 scoop protein powder I used LeanFit vanilla protein powder.
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup raw spinach
- 1 tbsp monk fruit sweetener or maple syrup
- 1.5 cup unsweetened almond or hemp seed milk sub: water or your preferred milk
Substitutions:
Use half a banana instead of monk fruit or maple syrup.
Substitute an unripe (for less sugar) or ripe banana for protein powder.
Optional add-ins:
Ice cubes
Add 1 TBSP MCT oil for good brain fats.
Add 1 tsp ashwagandha for calming effect. Ashwagandha is a natural adaptogenic herb known to calm the brain. Adoptogenic herbs are known to help the body cope with stress. Taking ashwagandha is considered generally safe. However, do not use if you are on thyroid medication, pregnant or nursing.
Add 1 tsp cinnamon (to promote blood sugar balance).
Serving: 1.5cup | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.3g | Protein: 32.6g | Fat: 10.1g | Saturated Fat: 2.7g | Sodium: 145mg | Potassium: 913.6mg | Fiber: 7.1g | Sugar: 19.4g