If you’re looking to up your antioxidant game, try this Energy-Boosting Blueberry Smoothie on for starters. It’s loaded with antioxidant-rich foods like frozen fresh Blueberries, strawberries, spinach, avocado and walnuts. Plus, many of these ingredients are natural energy-boosters, containing the right balance of protein, fiber and good-for-you fats for long-lasting fuel.
The sweet berries and dates do a nice job of masking the savory taste of the spinach, avocado, nuts and seeds because every healthy smoothie deserves to be delicious, too!
Sip on this smoothie in the morning or mid-afternoon for natural energy that lasts.
Energy Boosting Blueberry Smoothie
1 cup frozen Blueberries
½ cup frozen strawberries
½ banana, frozen
½ cup (packed) baby spinach
½ avocado
1/3 cup silken tofu (about 1/5 of 16 ounce block)
¼ cup raw walnuts
1 teaspoon hemp seeds
1-2 Medjool dates (pitted), depending on desired level of sweetness
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Optional Toppings:
frozen Blueberries
hemp seeds
- Blend all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
- Divide into glasses; garnish if desired.
- Serve immediately.
