Tropical Carrot Breakfast Smoothie
Carrots and Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Tropical Carrot Breakfast Smoothie. If you don’t have time to sit down for breakfast in the morning, why not make yourself a smoothie. This way you’re assured to get the recommended daily amounts of nutrients and vitamins needed to start your day.
INGREDIENT BENEFITS
Almond Milk – is rich in good fats which promote a healthy heart; also gives you a daily vitamin E serving which is great for your skin
Carrots – a source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants
Mango – ss a low-calorie fruit that is high in fiber; is a great source of vitamins A and C; also contains folate, B6, iron and a little calcium, zinc and vitamin E
Strawberries – an excellent source of vitamin C and manganese; also contain folate (vitamin B9) and potassium; are very rich in antioxidants and plant compounds, which may have benefits for heart health and blood sugar control
Chaga – the king of energy, is rich in fiber and essential nutrients, including vitamin D, iron, magnesium, potassium, manganese, and calcium; is believed to fight inflammation, lower blood sugar, reduce blood pressure, alleviate arthritis, and even prevent or slow the progression of cancer
Flaxseeds – rich in the omega-3 fatty acid ALA, lignans and fiber; can be used to improve digestive health, lower blood pressure and bad cholesterol; may reduce the risk of cancer; and may benefit people with diabetes
Chia Seeds – an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and they provide fiber, iron, and calcium
Greek Yogurt – anexcellent source of calcium, potassium, protein, zinc, and vitamins B6 and B12; also contains probiotic cultures; is lower in lactose; has twice the protein content of regular yogurts
Tropical Carrot Breakfast Smoothie
Ingredients
1 c Carrots
6 Large Strawberries
1/2 Mango
1 c Almond Milk
1/2 c Greek Yogurt
1 tsp Chaga Powder
1 tsp Chia Seeds
1 tsp Flax Seeds
Ice/optional
Instructions
Toss all ingredients into your blender and blend until smooth. Add ice if desired. If you don’t have a high-speed blender, you can steam the carrots for 3 min to soften them up a tad. Let them cool before adding to your blender with the rest of the ingredients.