Smoothies are easy to make and a great way to get one's daily servings of veggies and fruits. I have added whey protein to fortify my smoothie and keep those hunger cravings at bay for a little longer. I know the color isn't very tempting but the taste is anything but. Just make sure to drink it right away cause the smoothie does turn to an ugly shade of blue afterwards..
Before I go ahead with the recipe, here is a round-up of colored foods(Smoothies and drinks mostly) that I have blogged over the past week:
Enjoy!
- Day1(Green): Spinach, Avocado and Banana Smoothie "Leprechaun Smoothie"
- Day2(Red): POM Sangria
- Day3(Brown): Spiced Indian Tea "Masala Chai"
- Day4(White): Flavored Buttermilk "Neer Mor/Masala Mor"
- Day5(Orange): Carrot,Mango, Ginger, Celery Smoothie
- Day6(Yellow): Boiled Corn on the Cob
- 2 Frozen Small Chiquita Banana
- 1 Tbsp Freeze-dried Blueberry Powder
- 1 Scoop(~3 Tbsp) of Vanilla Flavored Whey Protein
- 2 Cups Skimmed Milk or more/less
- 1 Cup Ice cubes or more/less
Procedure:
- Grind the freeze dried blueberries to a fine powder.
- Mix the milk, whey protein and berry powder in a measuring cup.
- Chop the bananas and add it to the blender. Pour the milk-berry-protein mixture. Add the cubes and blend
- Serve right away.
Enjoy!
Refreshing and healthy smoothie. Love the color..
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Healthy smoothie...
ReplyDeleteDelicious combo,whey protein sounds interesting,will try find in the stores...
ReplyDeleteactually I like the color - I use a fruit protein powder called frutein - this is a great combo
ReplyDeleteActually I don't mind the color .... It is natural and love the pale lilac color
ReplyDeleteStunning smoothie,full of proteins and super catchy.
ReplyDeleteI've heard of different smoothies that are being combined with blueberries lately. And now after reading your post, how's is differ from natural mixing of blueberries with whey protein than the flavored one.
ReplyDelete@Manaka Niita: Flavor-wise the banana is the one that dominates since I didn't add a whole lot of blueberry powder.I used these dried blueberries cause I didn't have fresh ones handy.
ReplyDeleteFresh fruit is always the best in terms of less calories + more health benefits but dried fruits come in a close second.. Read more here:
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Hope this clarifies.
Healthy, nutritious smoothie.
ReplyDeleteHealthy milkshake...looks fabulous.Nice way to start the day,perfect for breakfast...
ReplyDeleteNice color if i get a glass of smoothe like this for my breakfast i will be very happy BTW what is thia whey protein powder..?
ReplyDeleteVery lovely colour CL, glad you joined us for BM
ReplyDeleteamazing color and love that rose...super presentation!
ReplyDeletedelicious..is fun doing BM with you like always
ReplyDeleteLoving the color and healthy for sure! Slurp.
ReplyDeleteCL, You won't believe me that this is one of my weekly breakfast smoothies :) I use frozen blueberries though!! Love it!!
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Lovely smoothie, lovely colour as well, I too am making lot of smoothies these days :)
ReplyDeleteWow whata beautiful colour.
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i read somewhere Whey Protein are beneficial. They provide your body with protein that the food you eat may not be providing. but i wann know Whey Protein usefull for body building..??
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