Recently, a reader asked why I have posted only one true breakfast recipe. The answer is, I usually blend a protein smoothie for myself and throw it in a blender bottle in the morning- it’s a fast, portable meal that keeps me full for hours, and the protein is timed well after morning workouts. Posting variations of the same smoothie would be boring, but I thought I’d share the basics.

My favorite combo is:

PB & CHOCOLATE BANANA SMOOTHIE

• 2-3 scoops chocolate protein powder (your choice- whey, soy, both, other)
• 1 banana, cut into chunks
• 1 tbsp natural peanut butter
• water (1 1/2- 2 cups)

Directions: blend all ingredients well, for about 2 minutes in a food processor. Pour and serve.

But this morning, I made:

VANILLA-BLUEBERRY FLAX SMOOTHIE

• 2 scoops vanilla protein powder (whey or vegan)
• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
• 2 cups water Read More