Smoothies are a great way to start the day. After all, they say breakfast is the most important meal; however, if you're like many of the residents of our Chicago, Illinois, apartments, mornings are rushed and you may feel like you don't have enough time to give your body the nourishment it needs. Fear not! We've done some digging to come up with smoothie recipes that incorporate tons of good ingredients your body will love.
1. Cereal
We're not saying you should add Cocoa Puffs and Lucky Charms to your smoothies, but there are some cereals that contain a lot of nutritional value, particularly fiber. This Chocolate Nutty Weetbix Smoothie recipe contains a cereal you might not find here in the U.S., but you can easily substitute Kashi or any other whole-grain cereal. The rest of the ingredients are a combination of peanut buttery, chocolatey goodness that'll make you want a second helping.
2. Green Tea
Green tea stands alone when it comes to ingredients that deliver healthy influences to our bodies, but what happens if you mix it with delicious fruits and toss it into a blender? It becomes a magical concoction that will lift your spirits and fight dark circles. Try this Dark Eye Circle Smoothie if you didn't sleep well the night before; the combination of herbs and antioxidants will perk you right up.
3. Cauliflower
Packed with antioxidants, B vitamins, potassium and fiber, cauliflower is an often-forgotten superfood. Since it's white, it doesn't impact the beautiful colors that tend to form when great smoothies are created, and its flavor can easily be masked by fruits and veggies when you combine everything into the blender. This Blueberry Cauliflower Smoothie brings veggies and fruits together in perfect harmony.
4. Lavender
Lavender is known for its relaxing properties. It's been shown to relieve symptoms associated with insomnia, anxiety, and depression. If you're looking for an after-dinner milkshake, save the bad calories for another day and sip on a Blueberry Lavender Stress Relief Smoothie.
A great smoothie starts with a great kitchen. The Belden-Stratford is proud to provide our residents with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and outstanding views of the city. Stop by so we can show you around!