Awesome Vegan Smoothie Recipes
Vegan diets have continued to grow in popularity, but even if you’re not willing to remove all animal byproducts from your diet, vegan options can offer a little variety on a whole foods eating plan.
I like to throw some vegan meals and snacks into my own diet on a regular basis. Not only does it help cut down on a lot of the preservatives and additives that come with non-vegan foods, it’s also a great way to get your vitamins. Plant-based foods are still your best bet when it comes to vitamin and mineral support – in addition to the high fiber content that also comes with vegetables and fruits.
Vegan smoothies are one easy approach. If you are vegan, they can offer a delicious snack or mid-afternoon treat. If you’re not, the ingredients you can add to these smoothies can offer a major boost to your health.
Let’s take a look at 5 awesome vegan smoothie recipes…
5 Health-Boosting Vegan Smoothies
1. Mango Lime Smoothie – Looking for something to burn fat and calories and give your metabolism a major boost? This vegan smoothie will do just the trick. One of the best fat-busting ingredients here is the hemp protein, which not only boosts metabolism but also supports lean muscle mass.
Combine the following ingredients and blend until desired consistency:
- Freshly squeezed juice from half of a lime
- ½ of a banana
- ½ cup of diced frozen or fresh mango
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop of Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein
- Ice cubes as desired
2. Ginger Pear Smoothie – If you want to improve recovery from a hard workout or even an injury, this is the smoothie for you. The ginger has natural anti-inflammatory properties and the chia seeds contain alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid that will also reduce inflammation in your joints and muscles.
Combine the following ingredients and blend until desired consistency:
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