Smoothie season is upon us! Make your sips count by boosting your beverage with superfoods. Nutritionally dense foods, superfoods are packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids. Below, you’ll find my six, top-recommended superfoods for spring and three smoothie recipes that are chockful of them.
Superfoods for Spring
Bee pollen
Little bee pollen balls are full of antioxidants, vitamins, amino acids, protein and digestive enzymes. Some of the vitamins contained in bee pollen are B1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 12, A, C, E, folic acid and rutin. You’ll also get minerals copper, iron, sulfur, iron, as well as the full range of amino acids. Bee pollen is a complete food.
Spirulina
The ultimate superfood, spirulina contains all essential fatty acids and amino acids, and is high in protein, benefitting the brain and the body. One tablespoon of this blue green algae contains 4 grams of protein, vitamins B1, 2 and 3, iron and copper. Spirulina could be one of the most nutritious foods we have!
Maca
Not to be confused with matcha green tea, maca is a nutritious root vegetable. It contains vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, copper, iron, potassium, magnesium, vitamin B6, protein, carbs, fiber and amino acids. Athlete have used maca to increase endurance, stamina and energy, so it makes a great pre-workout supplement.
Berries
Now is the season for strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. Berries are loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants, vitamins C and K, magnesium and fiber – just to name a few!
Flax seeds
There is a lot of punch in these little seeds. Flax seeds are packed with heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids and can decrease inflammation in the body, help with digestion and regulate blood sugar. Start with a small amount and increase slowly working up to about 2 tablespoons a day. You also need to grind your flax seeds or they will just pass through your system without providing benefits.
Kale/spinach
These green are loaded with vitamins A, C, K, calcium, zinc, iron, fiber, magnesium. They are also very low in calories (only 7 in 1 cup!) and help with support muscles, bones, healthy skin, hair, nails and heart health. Add them into your daily diet whenever possible!
Easy Smoothie Recipes with Superfoods
Pre-Workout Spring Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries and raspberries
- 2 tsp. maca powder
- 1 tsp. flax seeds
- 1 Tbsp. almond butter
- 1 cup vanilla almond milk
- Ice cubes
Instructions
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In blender, combine all ingredients and blend 30-60 seconds until smooth.
Recipe Notes
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Spring Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. bee pollen
- 1 tsp. spirulina
- 1 tsp. flax seeds
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup spinach/kale
- 1 cup coconut water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
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In blender, combine all ingredients and blend 30-60 seconds until smooth.
Recipe Notes
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Super Berry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 scoop SunFood Berry Protein + Superfoods Organic Super Shake
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp. flax seeds
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or water
- Ice
Instructions
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In blender, combine all ingredients and blend one minute until smooth.
Recipe Notes
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