Post-sweat sesh: Confidence is coasting, we’re feeling good – and trying to avoid the hangry fugue state that threatens our endorphin high. This post workout smoothie from wellness blogger, Jeannette Ogden of Shut The Kale Up, solves this very real issue with a few simple smoothie swaps you might not see coming…
After a workout, all I ever want is a thick nutritious smoothie. It’s the perfect snack, easy to digest and a simple way to get the protein you need to build your muscles. The combos change frequently but the craving for one stays the same. My daily go-to lately is this version filled with veggies like cauliflower, collagen and potions like my daily go-to below…
Post Workout Protein Smoothie
serves 1
Ingredients:
1 frozen banana
1/2 cup steamed then frozen cauliflower
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 Tbsp golden flax meal
1/2 cup blueberries
1/4 cup strawberries
1/2 avocado
2 scoops Vital Proteins vanilla collagen whey
a pinch Himalayan pink salt
Directions:
Toppings are optional, but I love to keep it simple and add a little tablespoon of almond butter on top! This is what I look forward to in my mornings. So good!
