Get ready to savour the goodness of my go-to smoothie— the Peanut Butter Blueberry Smoothie. It's a blend that satisfies your taste buds while delivering a nutritious punch to fuel your day.
Peanut Butter Blueberry Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 cup frozen blueberries
1 sliced frozen banana
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup cottage cheese
1 Tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup oats
1 Tbsp almond/peanut butter
1-2 tsp cocoa powder (optional)
Optional: 2 Tbsp milk of choice or more
Directions:
Begin by adding all the ingredients to your blender.
Use the extract button or blend on high speed until the mixture achieves a thick and velvety texture. For a smoothie bowl consistency, skip the extra milk. If you prefer a sippable smoothie, slowly incorporate milk until you reach your desired consistency.
Notes:
Elevate the protein content by including cottage cheese in your smoothie; it surpasses the protein levels found in yogurt.
Adjust the milk quantity based on your preferred consistency or the power of your blender.
Why I Love This Smoothie: This smoothie is not just a treat for the taste buds; it's a nutritional powerhouse. The fusion of antioxidant-rich blueberries, potassium-loaded banana, protein-packed cottage cheese, and the wholesome fibre from the chia seeds and oats makes it a perfect go-to meal or snack.
Health Benefits:
Blueberries provide a burst of antioxidants.
Banana adds natural sweetness and potassium.
Cottage cheese boosts protein and calcium intake.
Chia seeds and oats contribute fibre for a satisfying and filling meal or snack.
Variations: Feel free to get creative! Consider adding a handful of spinach for a nutrient boost or a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavour. Try this with different varieties of frozen fruit or with different types of nut butters.
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