Thursday, 7 February 2013

SUPER GREEN POWER

This super powerful green smoothie is perfect first thing as a kick start for your day to stay sharp and focused. The winter green selection is packed full of vitamins and is high in vitamin K. 

Vitamin K helps absorb calcium into the bones, so using leafy greens regularly in your diet will help strengthen the bones as a benefit for running and exercise. Vitamin K is found in many fruits and vegetables, particularly high in Kale and leafy green vegetables. You can never overdose on vitamin K! 

INGREDIENTS:
(can serve two depending on activity level)
1x Banana chopped
1x scoop Vegan protein mix
30g Fine Oats (optional)
50g Blueberries
40g Spring greens
30g Rocket, Chard, Spinach mix
1x tsp Super green powder
1x tsp Chia seeds
10x Pinch Purple Radish seedlings
50ml Pressed apple juice
30ml Water

(No Sugar No Grain/low carb followers remove the banana and oats)

METHOD:  Add the powders, fine oats and chopped banana to a blender. Pour in the apple juice. Add the greens, seedlings and blueberries. Sprinkle in the chia seeds then add the water.  I find the juice and banana sweetens the smoothie enough for me but you can add some Agave syrup to sweeten for taste if desired. Blend on pulse or high setting until thoroughly smooth.

Enjoy!

Luke





2 comments:

  1. Hi Luke! I'm a big fan of making smoothie. Actually, I love spinach and kale (for their vitamin K!). I'll try this recipe though. I'm sure it'll be awesome. Thanks for sharing! :)

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    1. These powerful greens are fantastic! Enjoy and thank you!
      'Run Free'

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Please add your comments on nutrition for running here. I would like to hear about your favourite blends too! Luke