Preparation time: 5 minutes

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• Strawberry Green Smoothies

I am a huge fan of vegetables for breakfast, but they don’t have to be visible for us to benefit from their nutrients. In this case, the veggies are hidden in a delicious smoothie. If you don’t like the look of green smoothies, just use fewer greens. My philosophy is that some greens are better than no greens.

MAKES 2 SMOOTHIES (1 CUP EACH)

• 1 cup strawberries (or raspberries or blueberries), preferably frozen, but fresh is okay
• 1 cup milk of choice
• ½ cup (about a handful) fresh spinach or kale
• 1 small ripe banana
• ¼ cup unflavored protein powder (or amount suggested by manufacturer for 2 servings)
• 1 teaspoon honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar (optional)
• 1 or 2 ice cubes (optional, but helpful if the fruit isn’t frozen)

Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until very, very smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Per serving: 185 calories; 14g protein; 3g total fat; 3g fiber; 28g carbohydrates; 5mg cholesterol; 193mg sodium