Making a meal replacement smoothie for weight loss can be a great way to get the nutrients you need while cutting calories. Here's how to make a nutritious and delicious meal replacement smoothie :
Ingredients :
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop of protein powder (whey, plant-based or collagen)
- 1/2 cup frozen fruit (berries, mango, pineapple, etc.)
- 1/2 banana
- 1 tbsp nut butter (peanut, almond, cashew, etc.)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
- 1 cup of leafy greens (spinach, kale, etc.)
Instructions :
- Add the almond milk to your blender first.
- Add the protein powder, frozen fruit, banana, nut butter, chia seeds or ground flaxseeds, and leafy greens to the blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass or to-go container and enjoy!
Tips :
- Use a high-quality protein powder that is low in sugar and carbohydrates.
- Choose fruits that are lower in sugar such as berries, as they are lower in calories and won't spike your blood sugar.
- Add greens like spinach or kale to boost the fiber and nutrient content of the smoothie.
- Use unsweetened almond milk instead of cow's milk, which can be higher in calories and saturated fat.
- Don't forget to track your calories and make sure your smoothie fits into your overall weight loss plan.
