Smoothies are one of the best ways to start the day for 3 main reasons:
1) Fantastically fulfilling being packed with vitamins, minerals & fibre
2) Quick & easy to make with limited washing up
3) Absolutely delicious
I've realised that I've been making a lot of smoothies with strawberries and raspberries in and not one banana based recipe - such a crime! . Bananas are one of my favourite fruits as they're rich in nutrients, fibre and vitamins. One banana contains 3g of fibre, which is 12% of your daily dietary requirement that will help to improve bowel movement and prevent constipation. Although low in protein, they contain 30g of carbohydrate so therefore perfect of that quick morning energy boost. Their high potassium content also makes them the ideal fruit for athletes as they improve muscle functioning and prevent cramp. Just one medium banana contains almost 10% of your daily intake of potassium.
I would say the ultimate breakfast smoothie will simply have to contain a banana in it. I have decided that I will be experimenting and sharing with you with many new smoothie recipes, to then eventually culminate in the ultimate breakfast smoothie which I hope you will enjoy. However, let's start with this beautiful banana, oat & cinnamon smoothie. It's thick, quick and extremely energising to keep you satisfied throughout the morning.
Serves 2
1 banana
2 table spoons natural yoghurt
2 table spoons organic rolled oats
1 tsp cinnamon
1 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup
1 large cup milk
Method
Put all the ingredients together and blend until smooth. Job done.
Top tip: Add the maple syrup accordingly - start with 1 teaspoon and if you prefer a sweeter taste, then add another teaspoon.
Enjoy!
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