Watermelon Whip

A refreshing dairy free smoothie that is perfect for a hot day. Naturally sweet, hydrating, and packed with a daily dose of vitamins and minerals.

Ingredients:

2 cups watermelon, cubed and chilled

1 banana, frozen

1/2 cup coconut water (or almond milk for a creamier texture)

1/4 slice of peeled avocado

Juice of 1 lime

1 tablespoon chia seeds or hemp hearts (optional, for added fiber)

A handful of fresh mint leaves

Ice cubes (optional, if you like it extra cold)

Instructions:

Prepare the ingredients: Make sure your watermelon is chilled and your banana is frozen. This helps create a cold, thick smoothie. YUM

Blend: In a blender, combine the watermelon cubes, frozen banana, avocado, coconut water (or almond milk), lime juice, and chia seeds/ hemp hearts (if using). Add mint leaves if you want an extra refreshing flavor.

Add ice: If you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie, add a few ice cubes to the blender.

Blend until smooth: Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add a little more coconut water or almond milk to reach your desired consistency.

Serve: Pour the smoothie into chilled glasses and enjoy immediately. You can garnish with extra mint leaves or a slice of lime if desired.

Green Tea Smoothie

A quick “pick me up” with a daily dose of antioxidants !

Ingredients:

2 cups of room temperature brewed green tea

2 Tablespoons of honey ( optional) or 1/2 frozen banana

2 teaspoons of grated fresh ginger root

1 tablespoon hemp hearts

4 cups of frozen or fresh mango peeled and chopped

1 handful of baby spinach

2 cups of ice cubes ( or crushed)

Instructions:

Place your ingredients as listed in order into a blender ( like a Vitamix).

Turn blender on medium until ingredients are started to incorporate.

Slowly turn blender to high and blend for 30-45 seconds.

Pour into a chilled glass for a more refreshing experience!

Homemade Almond Milk

INGREDIENTS

• Soak 1 cup of raw almond for 4 hrs or overnight

• Drain water and rinse

• Combine nuts with 3 cups water in a high speed blender ( like a vita mix)

• Add in 2-3 dates depending on sweetness desired (optional)

• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

METHOD

1. Blend at high speed for 1-2 minutes

2. Pour liquid through a nut milk bag ( can purchase on Amazon)

3. You may have to give a bit of help encouraging the liquid out of the bag…

4. Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator.

5. Enjoy

TIP: If you want your almond milk not to separate in your tea/ coffee or in the fridge here is a trick...

1. Pour the almond milk into the pot, partially cover and under low heat simmer for 15 minutes.

2. Keep a close eye on it as it may boil over. Stir now and then.

3. Allow to cool before storing in the refrigerator. The almond milk will keep fresh in the refrigerator for 5 days.