Have you been looking for a smoothie that keeps you full for an extended period of time?
If so, you've come to the right place. This lean green breakfast smoothie is the perfect way to start the. Packed with healthy fats, protein and non refined carbohydrates, it's an extremely well balanced smoothie that is more nutritious than a vast majority of other breakfast alternatives.
I've included protein powder in this smoothie to help keep you energised and full until lunch. Not only is this smoothie great for breakfast, but it's also amazing to have after a workout to aid in muscle recovery.
If you don't have protein powder, or don't like the taste, feel free to add something like natural peanut butter, peanut flour, Greek yoghurt, chia seeds or flax seeds instead.
The bright green colour of this smoothie screams "SUMMER" and is extremely aesthetic (...in my opinion anyway).
Vegan
If you want to make this smoothie vegan, simply use plant based protein. All other ingredients listed are vegan friendly!
Taste & Consistency
The taste of this smoothie is out of this world. Despite it's health properties, this lean green breakfast smoothie will have you sucking every last drop out of your glass. The zucchini gives this smoothie a thick, almost creamy consistency that you'll appreciate if you like smoothie bowls, and the vanilla bean and banana give it a sweet, fruity taste.
Lean Green Breakfast Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 handful of Spinach
- 1/2 Zucchini
- 1/2 banana *optional*
- Vanilla bean
- 1 tsp of rice malt syrup
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder of choice
- 1/2 cup of almond milk (or milk of choice)
- Handful of ice
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until a smooth and thick consistency (or whatever consistency you prefer)
- Pour into cup of choice and enjoy :)
Hot Tips & Conclusion
You can also turn this into a smoothie bowl by keeping it thick, pouring it into a bowl and adding some toppings of choice.
If you're interested in some other great breakfast recipes, check out my overnight oats recipe. This recipe is perfect if you're in a rush and don't have much time for breakfast.
And if you're wondering how healthy smoothie actually are, check out my post where I give my professional opinion (as a nutritionist) on whether I recommend drinking smoothies or not.