Monday, February 3, 2014

Mean Green Coconut Chia Cocktail

Happy Snow Day!

Ok, wah, it's snowing.  Again.  And there's no school.  No after school activities.  No games, meets, etc!  Truly beautiful out, however it does require shoveling.

Think of it this way ... it can be your workout today ... but you need fuel to get it done.  And a strong back or even better - some kids to help you out!  You know those young athletes that probably can't train today?  Give them a workout!

Here is a green drink to help you stay full for hours ... and help detox yesterday's Super Bowl eats.

Mean Green Coconut Chia Cocktail

1/4 cup coconut milk
1 small banana or 1/2 large banana (ripe is nice)
2 big handfuls of organic baby spinach
6-8 oz rice milk or other non-dairy milk
1 Tablespoon chia seeds
4 ice cubes
1 scoop of protein powder (I use a whole food based food drink)

  • Soak your chia seeds in the coconut milk overnight - it will be a thick pudding consistency in the morning - not necessary to soak that long if you don't have the time ... but let it stand about 10 minutes to expand.
  • Add mixture to your blender along with the remaining ingredients.  Thin with more liquid if necessary.
That is it.  Start your day with some serious good stuff and I promise you will feel happy!  Ok, maybe just a bit more balanced if you've had it with winter! 





Be Well!
Krista

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