Chocolate-Cherry Smoothie
Sweet and creamy with a light tang from the yogurt and cherries, this nutrient-dense smoothie makes a quick breakfast and can help promote weight loss by keeping you nourished and satisfied through lunch.
Serves 3
Recipe by Lisa Turner
Ingredients
- 1 cup organic nonfat Greek yogurt, plain
- 1/2 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
- 1 1/2 cups frozen cherries, partially thawed
- 1/4 avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (such as whey, pea, or brown rice)
- 1-2 Tbs. raw cacao powder
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 scoop green foods powder
- Optional: Stevia to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and purée until smooth. Serve immediately.
per serving: 208 cal; 15g pro; 6g total fat (3g sat fat); 23g carb; 12mg chol; 62mg sod; 5g fiber; 15g sugars
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