We now have a smoothie most days for breakfast as they get so many fabulous nutrients into the kids without too much effort. They aid digestion, they love them and they have so many benefits, (increased energy and enhanced nutrient absorption, to name but a few).
I have had so many messages asking me to share recipes when I have posted pics within my stories on Instagram, that I thought I would share a few. We all have our favourites, so I’ll give you Daisy’s, Bobby’s and mine.
Daisy’s
Peach and strawberry smoothie
Peaches have many health benefits which are related to the nutrients within the peach, such as, the dietary fiber, low carbohydrate, abundant vitamins, including vitamin C,vitamin A, vitamin E, and niacin, as well as minerals, such as, potassium, copper, manganese, and phosphorous. The health benefits of strawberries include improved eye care, proper brain function, relief from high blood pressure, arthritis, gout, and various cardiovascular diseases. The polyphenolic and antioxidant content of strawberries makes them beneficial for improving the immune system, preventing various types of cancers and for reducing the signs of premature ageing.
Serves 2
2 frozen bananas
(I usually buy really ripe bananas from our greengrocers cheap, slice them and bag them up)
2 peaches
12 strawberries
250ml of Almond milk
We use this one
2-3 ice cubes
(optional) Chia seeds to sprinkle on the top.
Daisy cuts off the tops of the strawberries and removes the stones from the peaches (keeping the skin on) and then puts everything in the blender and blends till it’s all combined. It helps that it’s a beautiful pink colour.
Bobby’s
Green smoothie
Hemp is a fab source of protein and are a good source of polyunsaturated and essential fatty acids. The omega fatty acids featured in hemp seeds help to strengthen cells and aid them in fighting off germs and viruses. They also contain omega-3. Kale is loaded with powerful antioxidants like Quercetin and Kaempferol. It is an excellent source of Vitamin C, can help lower cholesterol, which may reduce the risk of heart disease. Kale is one of the world’s best sources of Vitamin K.
Serves 2
2 frozen bananas
500ml almond milk or any nondairy milk
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
(we use these)
2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
( we use this, and its buy one get one half price at the minute)
2 handfuls of kale (or spinach),
1 pitted Medjool date
Literally throw everything in the blender and mix till smooth.
Mine
Tropical Pineapple, mango and coconut heaven
Mango has been shown to lower cholesterol, improve the skin, improve eye health and aid digestion. Pineapple contains vit C, helps support the immune system and has anti inflammatory benefits.
Serves 2
150g Mango
200g Pineapple (I use frozen)
300ml coconut water
A handful of cashew nuts
2 tablespoons of coconut milk
Juice of half a lime
A handful of porridge oats. (optional)
Peel and then cut the flesh of the mango off it’s stone and then put everything in the blender and mix till smooth. This one is taken from this fabulous book by Ella Woodward.
I would so love to hear if you make these and what you think of them.
Shelley x
