Recipes

Blackberry Mint Smoothie

Blackberries are packed with antioxidants that fight cancer and reduce inflammation. They’re also great for our skin — their special antioxidants prevent free radicals from forming wrinkles, and the Vitamin E in blackberries helps keep skin looking radiant and healthy.

Serves 2

Ingredients

  • For Fiber: 1 ½ cups blackberries, frozen
  • Also for Fiber: ½ cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • For Protein: 6 tablespoons of hemp seed or organic, plant-based protein powder of choice
  • For Healthy Fats: 1/2 avocado, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup organic, unsweetened almond milk (or water)
  • 1 cup filtered water
  • 1/2 banana, frozen
  • a few sprigs of fresh mint
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup of ice, optional

Directions

  • Step 1

    Place ingredients into blender, adding frozen fruit and ice last.

  • Step 2

    Process until creamy and smooth. Add water a quarter-cup at a time if you want a thinner consistency.

  • Step 3

    Serve immediately or store some in fridge for later. Salud!