My Top 5 Ingredients To Add To Any Smoothie

I think it is safe to say that I LOVE ME A SMOOTHIE!!! I love my smoothies super thick no matter if I am having them on a hot summer day or on a cold winter night!

When I first started drinking smoothies, I had the idea that all smoothies were created equal, I could toss a bit of this and a lot of that and whatever it’s a smoothie, how bad can it be for me. I quickly noticed that I wasn’t staying full, I was so hungry like 2o minutes later so I slowed down and did some research and realized I was just adding in senseless calories, fat, etc that weren’t working for me but against me. I was adding protein powders that were just packed with sugar and sodium.

Side note I recently just shared my protein powder round up!) Here is the link if you want to check that out as well. ( MY PROTEIN POWDER ROUND UP) .

I thought I was being so healthy by adding all this stuff that I thought was good for me but wasn’t actually whole foods but processed. That’s why today I wanted to share my round-up for the 5 staples I include in every smoothie I have, not only does it taste freaking delicious it is a meal that keeps me fuller longer and helps me perform at my best!

ROUND-UP// My Top 5 Ingredients To Add To Your Smoothies

Cruciferous Veggies:

I don’t know if you joined my friend Elise and me on her live the other day but I discussed the idea of tossing in cruciferous veggies like frozen cauliflower into your smoothies not only does it add-in an incredible amount of nutrients but it makes the smoothie super creamy! I have also added broccoli to a smoothie once or twice before and it was delicious!

Greens:

Like Spinach or kale. Greens are low in sugars and calories and provide more iron and protein than fruit.

“If you have a difficult time eating vegetables, smoothies are a great way to increase your intake.

Nut Based Protein

I like adding this in the form of nut butter, like peanut butter or almond butter, and topping that off with ground flax seeds for both the protein and fiber benefits! I have found that the extra bit of fat in nuts helps keep me fuller longer.

Liquids

I love my smoothies super, super thick so I probably use less liquid than the normal smoothie goer. My choice of liquids is Almond milk and or Coconut water. Some days I do either or both! Sometimes I will even add unflavored Aloe Vera juice. ( Those portions are direct on the label.)

Frozen Fruit

I am not the biggest fan of ice in my smoothies so I use frozen veggies and fruit instead. I love adding frozen fruit like blueberries, blackberries, strawberries to my smoothies! They are fiber-rich as well as contain a great number of antioxidants!