A delicious summer smoothie combo to start your day! You really can’t go wrong with a cherry and chocolate combo. Not only is this smoothie so tasty, it’s packed with nutrients and properly balanced to ensure that you’re energized all morning.
what makes a smoothie balanced?
If you’re relying on a smoothie as a meal, it’s important to make sure it contains a good balance of carbohydrates, fat, and protein. This combination of nutrients will keep your blood sugar stable instead of giving you a sugar rush that comes from smoothies containing nothing but fruit. While I’m all for adding lots of fruit to smoothies, I try to make sure I follow this balancing rule so that I feel satisfied for several hours.
How do I know how much to add, and what are sources of each?
I put together this little guide to help you with that! Fruits and veggies will be your main source of carbs, and see below for sources of healthy fats and protein.
Smoothies are my favorite way to add so many nutrients into one meal, plus there are so many combos to experiment with!
Hope you enjoy :)
Cherry Berry Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 2 scoops chocolate flavored collagen or protein powder (see note)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1/2 cup frozen zucchini slices
- A small amount of water or desired liquid to thin (see note)
- Desired toppings (bee pollen, granola, nuts/seeds, cacao nibs)
Instructions
- Blend all together until desired consistency and enjoy!