Smooth 101
We at TriLyfe do not believe that it is possible to talk about proteins without talking about all the different types of protein as well as the different Fruits that you can find.
Most people are well aware that
- Nuts
- Berries
- Flax seeds
- Cashews
- Pecans
- Peanuts
- & Almonds
These different types of protein can add a great flavor to your shakes. Probably not the best taste for everyone. That’s up to you, and your preference.
Smooth Base
Behind every great smoothie or protein shake, there are fruits and ice playing an essential role in the background. If smoothies were a Motion Pictures then the ice and the fruit would have to get the best supporting actor in the health/fitness drama.
I know it might sound over-dramatic but try to make a smoothie with ice, no fruit, no blender. We would be better off going back to the ice age. Where we could start stepping on our ice in big buckets.
If that doesn’t sound like a good idea to you, we might be on the same page.
So I’m going to show you which fruits and vegetables taste great in smoothies. Along with some other protein-rich foods that you can pack inside of your smoothies and really give it that kick. These combos are sure to get you up & out. With the fuel that you need to perform the task on your agenda.
Fruits
- Kiwi (1 cup)-2g protein
- Guava (1 cup)-4g Protein
- Blackberries (1 cup)-2g protein
- Avocado (1 med avocado)-2g protein
Protein Enriched Seeds
- Hemp seeds (1 tablespoon)-2g Protein
- Flax seeds(1 tablespoon)2-g protein
- Chia seeds (1 tablespoon)-3g protein
- Pepitas (1 tablespoon)3g-protein
Veggies
- Kale (1 cup) -3g protein
- Spinach (1 cup)-5g protein
- Cauliflower (1 cup )-2g protein
- Sweet Potato (½ cup, mashed)-2.5g protein
Fruit To Ice Ratio
This might seem unimportant. If you get this wrong, you will go from having a fruit smoothie to fruit puree.
So remember you want to have a balanced fruit and I would start off with around 1 cup of ice 1 cup of frozen fruit.
Pay attention to the fill line that mess you make you will have to clean up.
If we’re talking about preference, I must admit I am a banana strawberry, and kiwi type of dude. Once again that’s up to you.
So after you gather your fruit /vegetables, your ice of course your blender.
If we made it this far and I’ve forgotten to mention a blender in order for you to make a protein shake I apologize sincerely. I’ve gotten off course ladies and gentlemen.
In order to make a smoothie you need a blender
my favorite happens to be a ninja
Once again I’m not trying to sell you anything just trying to show you what you will need to find
Next, you’ll need to figure out exactly what your craving for your protein shake is today.
Usually, I go with a few different types of protein and protein sources.
For example, you can use protein powder and chia/flax seed maybe even a tablespoon of nut butter depending on what you craving at that moment.
I have to mention this because there are people out there who do use sweeteners in their protein shake. Depending on what base you are choosing, and what protein powder to use. Personally I do not recommend it.
Now it’s time to add in your liquids let’s start with about 1/3 cup to 1/2 cups of liquid
- Fruits
- Fruit Juices
- Juice Concentrate
we can add more here and there for the density remember there’s nothing worse than a runny protein shake.
This like most things inside your protein shake could be fit to preference
Blended to perfection
Now all this would be to no avail if you had a crappy blender. In my studious voice. “The culmination of a perfectly well Blended protein-enriched flavor full smoothie can only be obtained by having a quality blender”
This like most things can be tailored to fit your price range and budget. While I have a few recommendations
I personally enjoy my ninja
Blenders can range anywhere between a high range of usually from $60, anywhere up to $400+