P.B. & J Smoothie

Looking for a simple on-the-go nutrition solution?

How about a quick and easy pre or post workout fuel?

Want to satisfy your sweet tooth with a rich and creamy shake?

Check out this tasty P.B. & J Smoothie!

Packed with complex carbs, protein, healthy fats and a variety of essential vitamins and minerals, this smoothie puts a tasty spin on the classic sandwich fav!

Eating better just got a whole lot easier (and tastier too!) with this simple blend and go smoothie!

💡 Coach Mindy’s Tip: A good blender makes all the difference!

I use this one daily for smoothies, soups, and quick midlife meals — it’s powerful, easy to clean, and lasts for years.

Ingredients

• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• 1 C strawberries (whole)

• 1/2 C unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)

• 1 tsp. natural creamy peanut butter

• 1 banana

• 1/2 C oatmeal (uncooked, can use gluten free)

• Ice to desired thickness (or use frozen berries!)

Directions

• Place all ingredients in a blender and pulse on medium high for 3-5 minutes.

• Blending Tips - if using a conventional blender stop the blender periodically to stir the mixture with a spoon, this will help ensure all items are being evenly pureed. If using a vitamix or ninja style blender, stop the blender occasionally to remove any excess ingredients from the sides of the pitcher and push them back down to the main blending area to blend well.

A few smoothie tips:

• Did you know you can freeze those overripe bananas to use later? When you start to see your bananas start to go a little too brown simply peel and place them in a large ziplock bag and put them in the freezer to use later!

• When berries are in season stock up and freeze them to use later. If you choose to use fresh berries just remember you might need to add ice to achieve desired thickness.

• If increasing the amount of frozen ingredients (such as using frozen berries and banana) then you'll want to increase the amount of milk slightly to achieve a drinkable consistency.

Sip and Enjoy!

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