Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Creamy Banana Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Shake




INGREDIENTS

1 Frozen Banana
1 Tbsp PB2
1-2 Cups Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk
1 Scoop of Chocolate Protein Powder
1 Tbsp Ground Flaxseed
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Optional: Crushed Ice

DIRECTIONS

  1. Throw all ingredients in a powerful blender and blend until smooth
  2. Note: The amount of liquid added will determine how creamy the shake is

FUN FACTS

  • Banana: Excellent source of potassium
  • PB 2: Great peanut butter substitute - 1 tbsp of regular peanut butter contains 120 calories and 10 grams of fat but 1 tbsp of PB 2 contains 20 calories and less than 1 g of fat.
  • Almond Milk: Excellent source of calcium
  • Chocolate Protein Powder: I use Raw Fusion Raw Plant based protein. 
    • 100% raw bio-fermented plant protein
    • Gluten free
    • Non-GMO
  • Flaxseed: High in fiber and omega 3 fatty acids. Helps cleanse the colon and keep you full!

Friday, October 17, 2014

Roasted Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad Perfect for Fall




INGREDIENTS

1 Sweet Potato
Cooked Quinoa
Black Beans
Pomegranate Seeds
Kale
Spinach
Cubed Mozzarella Cheese
Diced Red Onion
Apple Cider Vinegar

DIRECTIONS

  1. Roasted Sweet Potatoes: Peel potato, cut into cubes and toss with some olive oil, bake at 400 degrees for 40 minutes flipping half way.
  2. Add all ingredients into a bowl and toss with apple cider vinegar and your favorite seasoning!