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Recovery Smoothie

Cultural Context

The Recovery Smoothie is a popular choice among athletes and fitness enthusiasts in the United States, designed to replenish nutrients after a workout. Combining fruits, greens, and protein, it embodies the trend of health-conscious eating. Today, variations abound, with different fruits and protein sources tailored to individual dietary needs.

AmericanUSdrink
10 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup coconut water
1/4 cup goji berries
1 cup mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, or cherries)
1 banana
2 tablespoons maca powder
1 scoop Vega sport plant-based protein
2 cups ice

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: coconut yogurt

💰Cheaper: regular yogurt

Coconut yogurt is dairy-free, while regular yogurt is often less expensive.

protein powder

🥗Healthier: hemp seeds

💰Cheaper: oats

Hemp seeds provide protein without added sugars, while oats are economical.

almond milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Oat milk is a great alternative for creaminess, while regular milk is often cheaper.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is healthier but more expensive; sunflower seed butter is cost-effective.

1

Start with 1 cup of coconut water.

2

Add 1/4 cup of superfood goji berries.

3

Add 1 cup of mixed berries such as raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, or cherries. If berries are out of season, try adding nutritious active powders instead.

4

Add 1 banana.

5

Add 2 tablespoons of maca powder.

6

Add 1 scoop of Vega sport plant-based protein.

7

Last, add 2 cups of ice.

8

Secure the lid on the blender.

9

If using a Blendtec, press the smoothie button.

10

If using a Vitamix, start on speed 1, turn the machine on, and slowly increase to speed 10, then flip it to high. Use the tamper if necessary.

Equipment Needed

Blendtec blenderVitamix blender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-free

Allergens

milkpeanuts

Also Known As

Post-Workout SmoothieProtein Smoothie

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