Nuts And Grains Breakfast Smoothie

Delicious and nourishing, this smoothie is like a bowl of oatmeal on the go.

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup (45 g) ice cubes
• 1 Tablespoon rolled oats
• 1 date, pitted [or 2 teaspoons honey]
• 1 Tablespoons peanuts, roasted unsalted [or 1 Tablespoon peanut butter]
• 1 medium (120 g) banana, peeled, halved
• 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened rice milk [or milk of choice]

Directions

1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
2. Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 45-55 seconds.

Notes

Try adding in espresso powder to give this smoothie an extra kick of morning energy. For a protein boost, try adding chia or hemp seeds, or a protein powder of your choice.

Nutrition

1 serving (435g)

• Calories: 340

• Total Fat: 9g

• Total Carbohydrate: 61g

  • Dietary Fiber: 6g
  • Sugars: 26g

• Protein: 6g

• Cholesterol: 31.42mg

• Sodium: 140mg