Spinach Protein Shake

Allo lovies,

Looong time it's been and we apologize from the depths of our little hearts. Today we have for you guys a green, totally knock-your-socks-off delicious, super simple, protein shake.
I know some of you might be turned off at a green drink, but I advise you guys to expand your horizons. 

Protein is sooo good for your body. Whether you're a growing teen, recovering from an injury, starting a fitness program or amping up your workouts, protein is essential to the growth and performance of the human body.
Note that using protein powders are only a way to incorporate more protein into your diet and shouldn't be the only form of protein in your diet.

Spinach contains tons of important vitamins and minerals that help to keep our faces clear and bones strong. It's also a great source of protein. So eat up ladies!

What you'll need:

•1 ripe banana
•3 strawberries
•1 cup of milk
•1 scoop of protein powder*
•A TON of spinach (1 or 2 cups) 

* Protein powder is totes optional. Being the only vegetarian in a Hispanic household, it can sometimes be tough to make sure I'm getting enough protein into my diet.

-Cut up the banana and toss into your fave blender.
-Wash and cut the strawberries making sure to remove strawberry cores. Toss those berries into the blender too.
-Next dump in that scoop of protein powder, if you're using it. I used EAS Lean 15.
-Wash your spinach and drain thoroughly. And into the blender they go.
-Now pour in the cup of milk.

Make sure to blend this bad boy real good. The last thing you want is to be chewing spinach stems from your smoothie. When blended well, you won't even taste the spinach so blend blend blend (just don't burn out your blender :p).

Pour into a tall glass, or a shaker cup (I just left it in my magic bullet cup don't judge me!) and garnish with a strawberry and enjoy.

Xo,
Kimmie

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