It’s been really hot in Chicago these last few weeks and if you’re like me, the last thing you want on a humid morning after a good workout or while running around getting ready for work is a heavy breakfast. In addition to this heat wave we have been experiencing, my commute to work has drastically changed as my company just recently moved their headquarters to the city. I have joined the thousands of people that commute to downtown Chicago from the suburbs every day and as a result, I need something that’s quick to make because in true Teresa fashion – I’m usually running to make my train. I use Orgain Protein Powder and it’s been a staple in my smoothies for a while now because it’s plant based, has a great flavor, and doesn’t leave you with a chalky feeling in your mouth. I’m a fan of the vanilla because you can add it to anything.
Tip: Freeze extra fruits and steamed veggies. This can help a lot with eliminating the need to throw out extras at the end of the week. I usually keep halved bananas, peaches, steamed cauliflower, and some berries on hand to add to smoothies throughout the week. In this case, I had some frozen peaches and packaged mango (Mango is expensive and I have a hard time getting all the meat off of one so I buy already frozen organic cubed mango) this past weekend and thought it might be a good combo with the vanilla protein powder and some honey!
I also always add plain greek yogurt to my smoothies in addition to the protein powder and almond milk. When I first started making smoothies for breakfast I found it hard to stay full without the little extra added protein, especially after a workout. It also makes it super thick and creamy. Siggis Yogurt is literally the only kind of yogurt we buy anymore because there’s very little sugar, no preservatives, no artificial coloring, and comes in a million delicious flavors.
This was a super refreshing treat after a long walk with the pup last weekend. What are your go-to smoothie add ins? Any recommendations?
Have a great week!
Fun straws optional – but totally makes it more fun 🙂 I buy all of mine here
Mango Peach Protein Smoothie
- 1/2 cup Siggis Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choosing. Coconut milk would add some creaminess to this too!)
- 3/4 cup frozen mango
- 1/2 frozen peach
- 1 or 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder (if using after a workout I add 2. If just for breakfast I add 1)
- 2 tsp of honey
- 1 tbs of chia seeds (new found favorite in my smoothies. I LOVE the texture of the little seeds and they provide a little extra fiber, calcium, and iron. They also give a little boost of HDL- the good cholesterol that can help prevent heart disease or strokes!)
Add all ingredients besides the chia seeds to your blender. Top with the seeds and enjoy!