A delicious plant-based berry smoothie that is packed with protein and good for you antioxidants!

Do you tend to skip breakfast?

Breakfast is one of the meals most of my clients say “There’s no time!” or “I usually skip breakfast”

Think again!

Breakfast can be SO simple, there is enough time to get in the nutrients you need to get you through your busy day. Just simply make it to-go!

Here is one of my FAVORITE to-go recipes that’s loaded with antioxidants, protein and healthy fats that will keep you full for longer and add a bunch of cell repairing chemicals that prevent disease.

And it only takes 5 minutes to make!!!

You can also check out this other to-go breakfast for when you want to mix it up.

The combination of protein + healthy fats + fiber + greens or fruits + superfoods is the basis of all my NRgy recipes.

So what are the benefits of the NRgy recipes?

When you have the magic combination of protein + healthy fats + fiber + greens/fruits + superfoods in your meal you will:

Provide your body with the nutrients it needs to build and maintain muscle, and that make you feel full through the protein.

Feel full for longer, prevent any sugar crashes (i.e. keep your blood sugar stable) which in turn will allow you to have energy for hours and achieve a healthy weight in the long run.

Plus you are adding phytochemicals which are compounds produced by plants that will help you to maintain your health as you age.

Before we get to the recipe let’s talk about some of the benefits of the ingredients in this delicious dairy-free smoothie.

Nutrition Tips:

BERRIES

Packed with antioxidants, berries help protect your cells from free radical damage, and they help to prevent disease.

They may also improve your blood sugar and insulin levels.

Berries are a good source of fiber, which may increase feelings of fullness, as well as reduce appetite and the number of calories your body absorbs from mixed meals.

And adding them to a smoothie like this one is the perfect way to pack in all their health benefits!

COCONUT

Rich in fiber and MCTs (Medium Chain Triglycerides), coconut may offer a number of benefits, including improved heart health, weight loss, and digestion. Yet, it's high in calories and saturated fat, so you should eat it in moderation. Overall, unsweetened coconut meat makes a great addition to a balanced diet.

Your body metabolizes MCTs differently than other types of fats, absorbing them directly from your small intestine and rapidly using them for energy.

CHIA

Despite their tiny size, chia seeds are one of the most nutritious foods on the planet. They’re loaded with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids and various micronutrients. The perfect addition to this smoothie.

PROTEIN POWDER

Adding protein to your diet helps provide essential building blocks for your muscles. When using a protein powder look for one that contains 100% whole food ingredients. No flavoring, no gums or thickeners. You can find my favorites here