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Smoothie Queen

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I feel like I keep posting about  fast and easy foods. I’m sorry if I seem repetitive or uncreative, but convenience seems to be the headline for my life lately!!! If it takes me five minutes or less to make it, then I’m all in!!!

I have been living on smoothies. I mean who doesn’t love them. They are a great way to incorporate some extra greens, protein, fruits, and vitamins! They also don’t give you an overly full/ uncomfortable feeling. Yup, smoothies are awesome.

Normally, I just take whatever frozen berries I have laying in my fridge, throw in some greens, protein powder, spirulina, and chia seeds and call it a day. Today I was feeling more creative and inspired by the fall weather.

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Isn’t this color green gorgeous?! Usually green smoothies come out a muddy green/brown color, but looks so appealing to me :) Wanna know what went into it?

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Still interested?? Ok fine I’ll tell you :)

Asian Pear and Pistachio Smoothie

  • 1 small asian pear
  • 1/2 frozen banana
  • 1 TBS pistachios
  • 1 cup coconut milk (or almond, rice, soy etc)
  • Spinach (as much as you want!)
  • 1/2 tsp chia seeds
  • 1 TBS protein powder
  • 1/2 cup plain 0% greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 3 packets stevia (I like mine sweet, but add or subtract as you wish)
  • 4 ice cubes

Blend all ingredients and enjoy!!!!

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This was so incredibly satisfying. I also was obsessed with the texture. It was so smooth and balanced. Try it out.. I dare you :)

Well, life continues to be absorbed by Big Fish. I suppose it’s not a bad way to spend my time ;)

xoxoSYN

Run down

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The past ten days have been incredibly intense for me. We learned an entire broadway show in just TEN days!!! That is ridiculously fast.

I haven’t mentioned my role in the show. I am what we call a “swing”. My job is to know every female track in the show, and be able to go on at any moment. I go on if someone is sick, injured, has a personal day, is on vacation, etc. Our show has 9 female ensemble members and I am responsible for them all! It truly is the most difficult job I have ever had. It is also really stressful.

I think everything is catching up to me, because when I came home from work today I felt really run down. The instant I start to feel a tickle in my throat I turn to this smoothie. It sounds a little funny to some people, but I promise it tastes delicious. It will help to boost your immune system and kick that cold before it even has a chance to take over your body!!

Before I share the recipe, I need to introduce you to my number one immune booster:

UnknownSpirulina is awesome. It is a blue-green algae and is considered a “super food”. This stuff is OVERFLOWING with nutrients, and is so incredibly good for you. It is also a serious source of vegeterian protein, and will also help to boost your energy!

More Details About Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica

As one of the most nutritious, concentrated whole foods known to humankind, one 3 gram serving of Hawaiian Spirulina Pacifica provides:
• 60% protein and an excellent source of Vitamins A, K1, K2, B12 and Iron, Manganese, and Chromium*
• Rich source of health-giving phytonutrients such as carotenoids, GLA, SOD, and phycocyanin*

The Nutritional Benefits
• Strengthens the immune system*
• Boosts energy levels*
• Supports cellular health*
• Supports cardiovascular, eye and brain health*

You can buy it in any health food store, but if you can’t find it, here is a link

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Immune Boost Super Smoothie

  • 1 banana (frozen or fresh)
  • Frozen strawberries (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 cup kale
  • 1 tsp Spirulina
  • 3 packets stevia (more or less depending on how sweet you want it)
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbs cacao Powder ***(or regular cocoa powder)
  • 1 tsp chia seeds
  • 4 ice cubes
  • 1 tbs cooked quinoa (optional. add if you have some already made!)

***Cacao powder is also a super food. It is the powdered form of raw chocolate :)

Blend all ingredients and enjoy!!!

I know that the idea of spinach and kale in a smoothie can be intimidating. I also know that the green color freaks some people out. I promise you can’t taste it, and it is a great way to get an added dose of greens!

TRY IT!!!

xoxoSYN