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Mixed berries and banana |
However, welcome the rise of the 'superfood' smoothie, mixes of vegetables, protein, good fats AND fruit. There is so much inspiration around too- just have a look at instagram – hashtag smoothie! My favourites are The Blonde Vegan and Deliciously Ella. I'm still starting out with these variations but here are some I've made so far:
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Chocolate protein and flaxseed |
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Kale and blueberry |
These are great post-gym, for lunch, or are popular for and make a good breakfast. The 'smoothie bowl' is a fairly recent and lovely thing too with different toppings. Smoothies also help me digest and feel better when I'm bloated.
Handy vegan smoothie ingredients to have:
- Nut milk (I prefer almond milk but other nut, rice and coconut can work)
- Bananas (smoothie staple in my opinion!)
- Frozen or fresh berries (blueberries are my fave but all good)
- Spinach/Kale/Apples/Celery for 'green' smoothies
- Nut butter (only 'clean' versions)
- Protein powder (vegan varieties)
- Water or ice.
1. http://www.theguardian.com/society/2013/sep/07/smoothies-fruit-juices-new-health-risk
2. http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/beware-the-smoothie-full-of-fruit--but-they-may-be-bad-for-you-406370.html
3. www.theblondevegan.com
4. www.deliciouslyella.com