If you are anything like me BREAKFAST can be a rush and it’s one of the hardest times of the day to get proper nutrition! I often opt for a SUPER SHAKE that combines a protein powder with some fruit and/or vegetables and some added healthy fats! It’s basically a meal in a glass! This way I know my first meal of the day isn’t lacking any vital nutrition! These are two of my favourite recipes! I also use SUPER SHAKES as a great way to refuel after a tough workout!
I personally prefer plant based protein powders and my ‘go to’ brands are VIVO Perform, the super shake powders from Pulsin and the whole food powders from Purition! All are available in various flavours depending on your preference!
Here are two of my essential recipes! Just chuck in a blender and away you go!
CHOCOLATE AND BANANA BREAKFAST SUPER SHAKE
- SERVING (30/40g) of CHOCOLATE PROTEIN POWDER
- 1/2 LARGE BANANA
- TBSP CHIA SEEDS
- 250/300ML UNSWEETENED OAT MILK
- SHOT ESPRESSO COFFEE (OPTIONAL)
GREEN SMOOTHIE SUPER SHAKE
- SERVING (30/40g) of VANILLA PROTEIN POWDER
- 1/2 LARGE BANANA
- SMALL HANDFUL FROZEN AVOCADO (ROUGHLY 1/4)
- SERVING GREENS POWDER – I recommend THRIVE by VIVO LIFE pineapple and baobab flavour
- 250/300ML UNSWEETENED OAT MILK
If neither of these take your fancy? Why not CREATE YOUR OWN SUPER SHAKE!!
STEP ONE – PICK A PROTEIN POWDER 30/40g as per instructions – Whey (dairy), Hemp, Pea, Rice or Protein Blend
STEP TWO – PICK A LIQUID 200-300ml – Water, Coconut water, Cow’s milk or Plant milk
STEP THREE – PICK A VEGGIE – 1-2 handfuls Dark Leafy Greens, Cucumber, Celery, Beetroot or Powdered Greens Supplement
STEP FOUR – PICK A FRUIT – 1-2 handfuls Apples, Bananas, Berries, Dates, Pineapple, Mango or Powdered Fruit Supplement
STEP FIVE – PICK A HEALTHY FAT – 1-2 thumb sizes Walnuts, Flax, Hemp, Chia, Cashews, Almonds, Peanut/Nut butter, Avocado
STEP SIX – ADD ICE TO PREFERENCE AND BLEND TOGETHER !! ENJOY!!
