Nutritious Breakfast Smoothies For Summer

Nutritious Breakfast Smoothies For Summer

Almond milk is so on-trend right now, and the recipes have been designed as inspiration for those looking for easy, tasty ways to use it. With the care-free summer period nearly upon us these recipes are a quick and easy option for a breakfast on the go or for a casual brunch at home with friends.

 

Apple Crumble Smoothie

Love Apple Crumble? Don't have time to make it? Try this delicious Apple Crumble smoothie instead.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 granny smith apple, chopped (discard core and seeds)
½ ripe small avocado, flesh removed
1/3 cup quick oats
2 tsp honey
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Green Apple, Spinach & Mint Smoothie

The spinach and mint in this smoothie make it very refreshing which is balanced with the sweetness of green apple.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 granny smith apple, chopped
1/3 cup mint leaves
Juice of one small lime
1 tbsp white chia seeds
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Berry, Yoghurt & Mint Smoothie

Enjoy this refreshing berry and mint smoothie in the morning. It's a tasty way to start your day.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/2 cup frozen raspberries
1/2 cup frozen blueberries

1/3 cup Greek-style natural yoghurt
1/4 cup mint leaves
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Iced Coffee, Banana & Pecan Smoothie

Try this twist on an iced coffee - delicious!

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
½ cup cold espresso coffee*
1 ripe banana, peeled
2 tbsps pecan nuts
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.
*To make the coffee dissolve 1 tsp espresso coffee powder in ½ cup hot water and leave to cool before adding to the other ingredients.

Matcha Green Tea Smoothie

Try this refreshing smoothie for a morning or afternoon snack. Yum!

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 small or ½ large ripe mango, peeled and chopped
1 small ripe banana, peeled
½ tsp matcha powder*
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.
*Matcha green tea powder can be purchased from the supermarket or health food stores.

Nut & Cacao Smoothie

The avocado in this smoothie gives it a creamier consistency - when you're looking for something a little more indulgent.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 tbsp cacao powder
1 small ripe banana, peeled
1/4 small ripe avocado, flesh removed
1 tbsp LSA
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Peach & Raspberry Smoothie

Who doesn't love peaches and raspberry? This is a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 ripe peach, chopped
½ cup frozen raspberries
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Peanut Butter, Cacao & Banana Smoothie

For those looking to indulge a little, look no further. This smoothie is delicious to have at any time of day!

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 frozen peeled banana
1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
1 tbsp cacao powder
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Strawberry Shortcake Smoothie

Try this delicious smoothie any time of day.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Unsweetened Almond Milk
1 cup hulled strawberries
1/3 cup quick oats
1/3 cup vanilla yoghurt
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Super Green Smoothie

Get a wonderful serve of greens in the morning with this delicious super green smoothie.

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
1 cup torn trimmed kale leaves
½ cup seedless green grapes
½ cup mint leaves
1 tablespoon white chia seeds
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Superfood Smoothie

This smoothie is a great way to start your day, with plenty of superfoods to get you going!

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Original Almond Milk
½ cup frozen blueberries
½ cup seedless purple grapes
1 tbsp flaxseeds
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.

Tropical Smoothie

Mango, pineapple and coconut - what a delicious way to start a nice sunny day!

Serves 1

Ingredients
1 cup chilled Vitasoy Unsweetened Almond Milk
1 small or ½ large ripe mango, peeled and flesh choppped
1 cup diced fresh pineapple
1 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil
Handful of ice cubes

Method
Place all ingredients into a blender.
Blend until smooth and serve.