American Paleo Power Smoothie
About This Recipe
A nutrient-dense paleo smoothie loaded with berries, spinach, avocado, and seeds. It blends into a thick, creamy drink that works as a quick breakfast or post-workout refuel.
Paleo diets draw from the idea of eating whole, unprocessed foods similar to what early humans would have consumed. Smoothies like this one adapt that philosophy into a modern, convenient format by combining raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1 banana, ripe
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 scoop protein powder, vanilla or unflavored
- ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
- 1
In a blender, add spinach, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, banana, avocado, chia seeds, ground flaxseeds, almond milk, and protein powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more fruit or a natural sweetener like stevia.
- 3
Add ice cubes as desired for a thicker consistency.
Chef's Notes
This smoothie is a great source of energy for an active lifestyle or busy day. Add more ice or frozen fruit for a thicker texture, or thin it out with extra almond milk.
Plating Tips
Pour into a tall glass and top with a few fresh berries, a sprinkle of chia seeds, and a mint leaf.