Vegan Peanut Butter + Banana Smoothie

 Growing up I used to watch The Baby-Sitters Club movie all the time, and I remember Kristy eating a peanut butter and banana sandwich with her dad in one scene. So, as any 5 year old would do, I insisted my grandma make one for me so I could be just like her. I swear it was like magic, that sandwich was all I wanted to eat after trying it. So, today I am sharing a delicious smoothie recipe that tastes just like the sandwich, and is packed with protein to curb that midday snacking!

Vegan Peanut Butter + Banana Smoothie
                                                    yield: 2 servings

1 banana, chopped
2 Tbs. peanut butter (I used crunchy)
1/3 cup vanilla hemp protein
1 1/2 cup non-dairy beverage (I used almond milk)
1 Tbs. vanilla extract
2/3 cup ice



1. In blender, place ingredients. Cover; blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until smooth.
2. pour into 2 glasses and serve immediately.

(for a well-blended smoothie stop blender half way through and uncover; scrape the sides of the container down to mix the peanut butter completely.)

This smoothie is what the hubby and I had for breakfast, this morning, and the amount of protein really did help hold me over until lunch time! I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did :)

Kass

Summer Fruit Smoothie

Last night's outing with my girl, Sharon was so much fun! We bar hopped, listened to some live music and enjoyed a few cocktails. Our girls' night was crashed by the guys later, but we always have a good time together.

Whenever I go out and I know I will be drinking, I really try to keep the water to alcohol ratio 2:1. My body does not do well with hangovers, to say the least! This morning I woke up feeling pretty good, no morning after headache (yay!), but i still wanted to give my body some TLC. I decided to make Tim and I smoothies for breakfast. Although I do like juicing too, what I like about smoothies is the simple fact that I get all the fiber. The blender breaks it down for a slow, balanced release of nutrients to avoid blood sugar spikes also. Here's a little recipe I thought I'd share with you guys for a delicious and light summer smoothie. (P.S. it's vegan!)

1 Peach
I cup Frozen Pineapple
1/2 cup Frozen Mango
1/2 cup Sweet Cherries
1 cup Spinach
1 cup Coconut Water

Blend and enjoy!

XO