Another delicious smoothie creation.
I had some fresh green apples, and thought, hey, what a better way to enjoy my afternoon than make a delicious, green apple smoothie.
The slightly sour taste of the green apple gave such a delicious flavor coupled with the sweet protein powder and agave that I added. And then of course, I wanted to make an extra special topping. That’s when I thought to myself, what goes better with apples than peanut butter? <3
So I mixed together a peanut butter and honey yogurt and added it to the top of my smoothie. Placed it in the freezer for just about 10 minutes. And wallah, pure deliciousness.
What is your favorite type of smoothie flavor?? Is there a flavor you would like to see me create?! Tell me! 🙂
Green Apple Smoothie
-1 medium Green Apple, slice and frozen
-1/2 medium ripe Banana, frozen
-1 cup Almond Milk
-1 scoop About Time Whey Protein
(I used their new pumpkin spice! Order on their website here and use my promo code: FFF1 for a discount!)
-1 tablespoon Agave/Honey
-1 teaspoon Cinnamon
-Optional: a few Spinach leaves for added greens
Directions: Combines all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth. Top with Peanut Butter Honey Yogurt below if desired.
Peanut Butter Honey Yogurt Topping
-1/2 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt
-1 tablespoon Peanut Butter or Peanut Flour
-2 teaspoons Honey
-1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Directions: Combine all ingredients. Top Smoothie with Yogurt
Raw Honey Benefits
1) Alkaline-forming food that contains natural vitamins, enzymes, and powerful antioxidants
2)Anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fingal properties
3)Promotes body and digestive health
4)Strengthens immune system
5)Eliminates allergies
6)Excellent remedy for skin wounds and infections
7)Stabilizes blood pressure
8)Relieves pain
9)Calm nerves
Apple Benefits
1)Reduces tooth decay by lowering levels of bacteria
2)Keeps Alzheimer’s away and fights aging effects on brain
3) Curbs Cancer because of flavonol richness
4)Decreases risk of diabetes (due to soluble fiber amount)
5)Reduces Cholesterol
6) High in fiber keeps digestive tract optimal
7)Neutralize Irritable Bowel Syndrome (high fiber content)
8) Detoxes Liver
9) Boosts immune system
Whey Protein Benefits
1) Good source of high amounts of protein
2) Aids in muscle growth and repair
3) Known to lower blood pressure
4) Helps lose body fat
5) High protein keeps you satisfied and full
Greek Yogurt Benefits
1) Help fight tummy fat
2) Contains good-for-you bacteria
3) Loaded with vitamins such as potassium, phosphorous, riboflavin, iodine, zinc, B12 and B5
4) Great recovery after workouts: high source of protein
5) High in calcium
6) Prevents high blood pressure
7) Fights off colds and flus: healthy bacteria fights off the bad and boosts the immune system
8) Protects your teeth: lactic acid in yogurt protects your gums
9) High in protein, about 18-24 grams per serving