Easy Flaxseed Smoothie
Servings: 1
This is a protein-packed, filling smoothie recipe that's perfect for a quick lunch or post workout pick-me-up. Easily omit the date if you wanna cut back on the natural sugar. Flaxseed is a superfood with fat, protein and fiber; basically a great way to start your day.
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 medjool date pitted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Place ingredients into blender and puree until smooth. Add a little extra almond milk, if smoothie is too thick.
- Pour into glass and enjoy. Garnish with extra ground cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
- To make extra cold, serve smoothie over ice.
- If you want to lower the sugar, omit the date.
- homemade protein powder has flaxseed in it, so you can swap the flaxseed for 1 serving of Smoothie Boost.
- Feel free to add 1 cup of spinach and turn this into a green smoothie.
Nutrition
Calories: 356kcal, Carbohydrates: 52g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 7g, Sodium: 330mg, Potassium: 776mg, Fiber: 10g, Sugar: 32g, Vitamin A: 114IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 405mg, Iron: 2mg