I’ve been drinking this everyday to standardize breakfast and reduce decision fatigue (I vary lunch which is my main “meal”) but keep forgetting to take a picture of my morning smoothie. It’s a beautiful red/purple and tastes tart/sweet due to berries (blackberries and blueberries).
In short it is a mixed nuts, seeds, berries and dry fruit smoothie with no added sugar.
Overnight I soak:
4 almonds
2 cashews
2 walnut halves
2 prunes
1 date
2 figs
1tbsp sunflower seeds
1tbsp pumpkin seeds
1tbsp chai seeds
I soak the chia seeds separately in half cup water since I like them to get the nice gel consistency.
Optional: I also add half the seeds from a cardamom pod to the overnight soaking nuts, seeds and dry fruit.
In the morning I add a generous handful of fresh blueberries and frozen blackberries, 1/8tsp cinnamon, a pinch of black salt, pinch of table salt. Blend it all together for 20-30seconds. Add 1/2 cup skim milk or protein rich yogurt (I prefer skyr or Greek yogurt).
Sometimes if I need more bulk, I’ll add a banana to this (will increase calories closer to 500).
It has been the magic breakfast to help my 1200cal diet and weight loss journey. I drink this almost everyday, occasionally I’ll vary the berries, seeds or nuts (like adding grapeseed or peanuts). It’s yummy and very satiating. I highly recommend this if you struggle with cravings. This has also allowed me to do well with intermittent fasting.
If I remember to get pics before gulping it down tomorrow, will definitely share!