Summer is almost here and warmer weather brings on more cravings for tasty treats like ice cream sundaes and calorie packed tasty desserts.\u00a0 If done correctly, dessert doesn\u2019t have to be loaded with calories and it can actually taste amazing too!\u00a0 This smoothie recipe ends up tasting like a creamy sweet treat even though you are using only healthy ingredients, crazy huh??\u00a0 This green smoothie is great to curb post-dinner sugar cravings, but can also be used as a meal replacement anytime of day\u00a0because it has a great balance of whole grains, produce, and healthy fats.\u00a0 All you would need to do is add some protein powder and the meal is complete!<\/p>\n
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Here is how you make Michelle\u2019s Go Green Smoothie:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00be cup unsweetened almond milk<\/p>\n 2 cups fresh spinach<\/p>\n 1 frozen banana<\/p>\n \u00bc cup rolled oats<\/p>\n 2 Tbsp almonds (or can also use 1 Tbsp of unsalted almond butter)<\/p>\n 2 Tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut<\/p>\n 1 Tbsp cocoa powder<\/p>\n \u00bd Tbsp chia seeds<\/p>\n \u00bd tsp vanilla<\/p>\n 6 drops of liquid stevia (optional: I prefer using honey)<\/p>\n 6 ice cubes<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Combine all of these ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.\u00a0 Enjoy \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Feel free to play around with some of the ingredients to get it tasting just how you like it and let me know if you come up with any great alternatives!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n