my 3 fav smoothie recipes for a radiant start to the day
Quick, nutritious and easy to remember – just add your supplements!
Picture this: a burst of vibrant flavours, a symphony of nutrients, and a dynamic journey for your taste buds – sure to leave you energized and motivated, so you can start your day off RIGHT.
Just so you know, I get it. Mornings can be a bit of a whirlwind. The snooze button is tempting, the day’s to-do list is already tugging at your mind, and there’s that urgent, daily morning feeling to find something quick, nutritious, and delicious to jumpstart your day. So, my friend, this is where the magic of the morning smoothie comes in.
To help you conquer all and inspire you to revamp your true radiance, I decided to share three of my favourite morning smoothie recipes (minus supplements) to guide you with the right fuel so you can shine on. Here, you can save the deets for later, learn a little about nutrition or take these suggestions to create and customize your own.
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Luxury of time? Upgrade your smoothie for a smoothie bowl!
For all you ambitious, health-conscious entrepreneurs, this one’s a game-changer. Think of it as a nutritional powerhouse in a bowl, tailor-made just for you…
Back when I lived in the city, my favourite on-the-go breakfast was a Superfood Smoothie Bowl. I absolutely loved the ability to customize what I was having with an assortment of toppings (and healthy added boosters).I found it to be such a practical, tasty, but also fun way to ensure that my body was receiving all the vitamins, minerals and antioxidants it really wants AND needs.
If you’re always on the go and feel too rushed to eat between your morning meetings and the noon hour spin class… you might enjoy having something more substantial than just the blended fruit. With a smoothie bowl, you get the nutrition benefits of a shake, but with the added granola base. The muesli is what makes this choice a real powerhouse as it provides the complex carbohydrates, fibre, and essential nutrients, to give you that excess fuel you really need. It will keep you fuller, longer.
This is definitely my suggestion for the busy bee who appreciates the ability to customize their day, loves an assortment of dynamic flavours, and desires a morning meal that aligns with their wellness goals.
Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Equipment
- 1 blender
- 1 ice tray
- 1 bowl
- 1 chopping board
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 2 medium peaches frozen
- 1 medium banana frozen
- ¾ cup natural yogurt substitute dairy-free or plant-based yogurt
- ½ cup coconut water
- 1 scoop vanilla flavoued whey protein powder substitute with plant-based protein
Toppings: choose your favourite fruit to garnish generously
- blueberries
- raspberries
- goji berries
- coconut shavings
- walnuts
- chia seeds
- muesli (granola) substitute gluten-free granola
Instructions
- Place all measured ingredients into a high-speed blender then mix for 1-2 minutes or until it has become a smooth, even texture.
- Wash, dry and chop selected fruit to be used as garnish.
- Measure out desired amount of granola in two separate bowls - recommend utilizing serving size as listed on box.
- Pour smoothie mixture evenly into both bowls and top with garnish. Serve straight away!
Notes
Want a morning boost? You'll love this citrus green smoothie...
Why citrus first thing in the morning? Maybe you’re like me? Just a gal who prefers the tangy brilliance of lime and grapefruit to awaken you, and your senses. You enjoy the burst of flavour, but also the surge of vitamin C because you love the boost it gives your immune system and effect it has on your skin. In this fast-paced world being a busy entrepreneur, you need to have your greens… You’ve got to stay healthy, you’ve got somewhere to go!
Now, what makes this one smoothie truly different is the ginger – an unsung hero of morning rituals. Beyond its spicy kick, ginger is the key ingredient for receiving the benefits of a morning detox and it can also aid with digestion. If you’re like me; juggling meetings, deadlines, and ambitions-a sip of this green concoction is the actual assistant you never knew you needed.
It’s really a sip of self-care tailored for those (of us) who value both their health and efficiency.
Oh! And if you happen to be an entrepreneurial soul who craves variety and want more earthiness… Feel free to add-in some of your favourite dark, leafy greens like spinach or kale for an extra nutrient boost. With the citrus, it really does taste great.
Choose this if you’re ready to nourish your body, seize the day and are looking forward to one vibrant sip at a time.
Citrus Green Smoothie
Equipment
- 1 Citrus Juicer
- 1 knife
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 inch piece of ginger 2.5 cm
- 2 large grapefruits
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups frozen mango
- ½ fresh lime
- 1 large celery stalk
- 1 apple
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds
Instructions
- Squeeze juice from both grapefruits, ½ of lime and pour all contents in blender.
- Peel then chop ginger.
- Cut up the apple and celery into large pieces.
- Place all remaining ingredients into the blender, add the water. Blend on high until smooth.
- Pour into two glasses, divide evenly. Serve immediately.
Notes
Looking for a powerful elixir before your morning workout? Try this berry boost protein smoothie!
In the hustle and bustle of your entrepreneurial life, a nutrient-packed morning is non-negotiable. Make this your new secret weapon for a productive day. This smoothie is the perfect blend of power and sweetness with antioxidant-rich blueberries, hints of cinnamon, with an energy boost from quality protein.
Let me explain the literal health benefits that come with this purple boost. First, the blue gems inside are meant for the morning because they are packed with compounds that combat oxidative stress in your body. This means they contribute to defending against free radicals and work on keeping your cells happy and healthy.
The touch of cinnamon which not only brings the warmth, helps to regulate blood sugar and rev up your metabolism. Imagine, your body working with you to burn even more calories?! Meanwhile, keeping the chia seeds brings a the crunch along with the addition of fibre and omega-3s.
So, whether you’re gearing up for a day of conquering the business world or aiming to crush that morning workout, the Blueberry Protein Smoothie is the right go-to morning companion.
Berry Boost Protein Smoothie
Equipment
- 1 blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut water
- ½ cup almond milk unsweetened
- 1 scoop whey protein substitute plant-based protein
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.