Refresh and Reset: 3 Summer-Inspired Protein Smoothie Recipes

Refresh and Reset: 3 Summer-Inspired Protein Smoothie Recipes

Warm weather is calling you outdoors and maybe you’ve had a chance to sweat it out in the sun.

But no matter how you take advantage of the summer months, there is something to be said about seasonal beverages that are as refreshing as they are nutritional.

While fruit juices are always tasty, without the proper balance of other essential nutrients, you are consuming straight up sugar. Be sure to compliment the fruits that make it into your blender with veggies, proteins and nuts when possible.

For those that are looking to sip on a seasonal smoothie that promotes your holistic health, here are 3 delicious summer-inspired protein smoothie recipes that will keep you feeling fresh and fit all season long.

Watermelon & Mint Protein Smoothie

Ingredients:

Process:

  1. Blend the watermelon, ice and mint leaves together.
  2. Add in the protein powder, blend until smooth and sip away!
  3. Serves 2

Strawberry & Banana Protein Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 scoop Nourish Whey or Nourish Vegan Protein in Vanilla
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 ¼ cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 10 whole almonds
  • 2 tablespoons water, coconut water or favorite milk
  • ½ - 1 cup ice cubes

Process:

  1. Blend the frozen banana, fresh strawberries, almonds and liquid of choice until mixed together. Then, toss in the ice cubes and blend until smooth.
  2. Add the protein powder and blend until everything is evenly mixed.
  3. Serves 1

Peaches & Cream Protein Smoothie

Ingredients:

  • 1 scoop Nourish Whey or Nourish Vegan Protein in Vanilla
  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • ½ cup greek or non-dairy yogurt
  • ¾ cup frozen peach slices
  • 4 ice cubes
  • 1 teaspoon honey or agave (optional)

Process:

  1. Blend the milk, yogurt, frozen peach slices and honey or agave together. Then, add in the ice cubes and blend until smooth.
  2. Lastly, blend in the protein powder and enjoy.
  3. Serves 1

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