Go Green.

You know how some people can't function or even speak in complete and relevant sentences until they have their morning coffee?  Yeah, I'm that way with protein shakes.  If I don't have a protein shake in the morning, I'm a crazy person. Lately, I've been incorporating greens for the added nutritional benefits so I thought I'd share my current favorite recipe (Yes, I made it up and it doesn't have a name).

Ingredients:

• 4 to 6 ice cubes (add more after blending to get the desired consistency)
• 1 1/2 cup of liquid (water, milk, almond milk) 
• Handful of raw kale (rinsed and torn into 1 to 2 inch pieces)
• Handful of raw spinach (rinsed)
• 1 ripe banana
• 1/4 c frozen berries (I prefer blueberries or strawberries)
• 2 scoops (or 1 serving) of Vanilla protein powder 
• Splash of Orange Juice

Instructions:

Blend ice cubes, liquid, kale, and spinach on a medium speed, blending until smooth.  Once mixed, add banana, berries, and protein powder and blend until smooth. Add a splash of orange juice and lightly stir with a spoon.   Add a straw and enjoy!!

Feel free to sub the fruits for anything else in your pantry, fridge, or freezer.  I use pineapple sometimes, or throw in an apple. And don't let the color throw you off, you can't taste the kale or spinach!

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