This smoothie packs over 3 servings of fruits and vegetables, along with several other brain-healthy and heart-healthy ingredients recommended as part of a Mediterranean diet.
Plant based Acai breakfast smoothie recipe
Makes 1 large serving
1.5 cups baby spinach
1 scoop vegan protein powder (or Greek yogurt)
1 cup unsweetened almond or coconut/almond/hemp milk (carrageenan-free)
1 package of frozen acai (rinse under warm water 30 seconds before opening) OR frozen berries
½ frozen banana (whole banana if post-workout)
1 tablespoon almond butter
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
Blend all ingredients and top with a dash of cinnamon or some shredded coconut (optional)