Right now, as I await my connecting flight back to Texas in the frigid, stale airport air, I can’t help but reminisce on warm memories of the fun-filled, long weekend I just spent with my best friend in sunny Florida. The past five days were a little slice of heaven to my soul. We took long walks down the powder-white sand beaches, swam in the cool azure waters, tasted our way through some fantastic restaurants and just enjoyed one another’s company.
After vacations like these, I’m always left feeling lifted and spiritually replenished. However, physically speaking, my body is in need of a little reboot to follow suit. This healthy,“greeña colada” smoothie recipe (along with my other favorite green smoothie) is one I have had on constant repeat this summer. I love that it tastes like a tropical vacation if, like me in the cold airport, you simply close your eyes and imagine the warmth and calm of an exotic paradise. ¡Buen provecho!
- 2 cups (16 ounces) almond or coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 cups fresh greens (such as kale or spinach)
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground flax or chia seeds (or both!)
- Blend all ingredients together until smooth. Enjoy!
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