This fresh and fruity smoothie is a scented with fresh ginger, the perfect balance to the sweet berries.
Strawberry season is in full swing and I am thrilled. Seasonal fruit is key to healthy and delicious smoothies because they are naturally sweet and full of flavor.
When you’re using produce at the peak of it’s flavor, there is no need to add sugar, honey or even agave. No added sugar means less calories consumed. Additionally, you don’t have to worry about how many rats exactly got cancer from saccharin or how much testing has been done on aspartame.
Does fruit have sugar? Of course. But relying on fruit for sweetness means you will also get all of the antioxidants, fiber and other nutrients not found in white sugar or corn syrup.
Your straw is waiting.
Strawberry Ginger Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries
- 3 inch piece fresh ginger
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop protein powder + ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon flax seed meal
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ice to taste
Instructions
- Puree all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth. Enjoy!
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Toni
I added fresh kale or spinach to this! The strawberries and ginger cover the taste and I get all the benefits of this super food! It is great for kids, just call it the Superman or Wonder Woman drink! You do need a high-powered blender to emulsify the kale.
Liz DellaCroce
Oh my goodness what a great name!!
Ashley
What protein powder do you prefer to use?
anna
Great kid smoothie recipe. I like the use of ginger.
Liz DellaCroce
I use so much ginger!
Judie Lambert
I do low carb and trying to loose lbs, It to e stevia instead of honey to sweeten…ok?
Liz DellaCroce
Absolutely!