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Why another conversation about smoothies being awesome?
Because sometimes life gets crazy and a homemade lunch just isn’t going to happen.
If we’re being honest, sometimes making a full nourishing meal right before our busy work day starts, or right smack in the middle of the day just isn't realistic. Life gets busy, and we run out of time. In fact, most smoothies I consume personally are mid-day!
However, this doesn’t mean you should completely skip a meal! Filling smoothies, packed full of nutritional goodness can easily be the difference between feeling those blood sugar levels plummet or feeling like a total boss as you power through your day.
And, to give you exactly what you need to toss ingredients into your blender and get going, I'm sharing the secret sauce to making those filling smoothies your body craves.
Say goodbye to missed meals and enter the power of blending up a “meal” on the go.
The Secret to Making Your Smoothies Filling
First, let’s talk about the fact that not all smoothies are filling. If you’re sipping on a store-bought option, chances are, it’s full of added sugar (hello blood sugar swings) — not to mention the fact that there needs to be a balance with what you put into your smoothie.
Just like we want to focus on balance when prepping a meal, we want to do the same when blending up filling smoothies or making snacks — think healthy fats, protein, and complex carbs.
This optimal balance looks something like this:
Carb: Low-sugar fruit like berries.
Fat: Avocado or nut butter.
Protein: A scoop of your favorite protein powder or full-fat unsweetened Greek yogurt.
Blend up your balanced shake with some unsweetened almond or coconut milk, and you have yourself a delicious shake that can serve as a quick meal replacement on a busy day.
My Favorite Add-ins For Filling Smoothies
In addition to creating a balance when blending up your favorite smoothies, I also like to add some extra nutrient-rich foods to help boost your flavor, energy, and nourishment.
Why? Because the foods you eat need to help you feel satiated and focused - ready to tackle your to-do list, responsibilities, exercise, and everything else that happens in a day.
Here are some examples of smoothie superfood add-ins:
Chia, flax, and hemp seeds
Coconut or MCT oil
Avocado
Coconut butter
Almond butter
Dark leafy greens
3 Filling Smoothies to Keep You Full Between Meals
Hungry yet?
I want to share three filling smoothie recipes that will nourish your body and help keep you full when making a homemade lunch just isn’t in the cards.
#1 Raspberries & Coconut Cream Smoothie
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1 cup full-fat unsweetened Greek yogurt (use coconut or almond yogurt for a dairy-free option)
1 cup frozen raspberries
¼ avocado, sliced
1 tbsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp raw honey
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
Sip and enjoy a nourishing shake on the go!
#2 Avocado Mint Cacao Smoothie
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 frozen banana
½ avocado, sliced
1 handful fresh mint leaves or ⅛ tsp pure peppermint extract
1 tbsp raw cacao nibs (or unsweetened dark chocolate chips)
1 tbsp flax seeds
1 tbsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp pure maple syrup
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
Sip and enjoy this healthy mint chocolate chip shake!
#3 Guilt-Free Rocky Road Smoothie
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop protein powder of choice
1 frozen banana
1 tbsp raw unsweetened cacao powder
1 tbsp almonds
1 tbsp peanut butter
1 tbsp flax seeds
1 tbsp raw honey
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
Sip and enjoy this smoothie that tastes like dessert!
Don’t Get Hangry — Try a Smoothie Instead
Skipping meals can result in irritability, a lack of energy, and can leave us feeling downright hangry. So, even on the super busy days, take care of you by nourishing your body with what it needs to help you feel your best.
If you’re too busy to cook and are tempted to just wait to eat until your next meal, blend up one of these smoothies — you’ll thank yourself later when you have the energy to tackle the rest of the day.
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