Foodie Swellness: Florida Orange Cinnamon Smoothie

I’m always looking for new smoothie recipes (because I can get lazy and just make the same ol’ one over and over — like this zingy green smoothie is tasty, but it’s nice to have something new in the repertoire). This week, I was invited by Florida Orange Juice to a workout at OrangeTheory, and this creamy orange smoothie we enjoyed post-workout is a nice change from my usually berry-based ones. (Plus, while in general, I’m looking to reduce the sugar I drink on a regular basis, and have been using my Sodastream and my Bonne O to do so, I’m fine with some juice after a workout, and this one incorporates protein from the Greek yogurt — and your body needs replenishment of both after you’ve put it through a workout).  Here’s the recipe:

Florida Orange Cinnamon Smoothie

• 1 1/2 cups Florida orange juice
• 6 oz low-fat vanilla-flavoured Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup low-fat milk of your choice
• 1-2 cups ice (depending on what consistency you’d like for your smoothie)
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Combine the ingredients in a blender and blend til smooth and creamy. Makes 2 servings.

Cheers!

Leave a Comment March 31, 2017

Foodie Swellness: Mint Lime Detox smoothie recipe

When I was in Whistler hanging out with Olympian Kelsey Serwa, we got to make some of the Zico Coconut Water smoothie recipes and I’m completely addicted to one in particular — the Mint Lime Detox smoothie. It’s as refreshing and vibrant as it sounds and I’ve been having it a few times a week. Here’s the recipe (it makes 2 cups):

• 1/2 cup Zico Original Coconut Water
• 1/2 cup ice
• 1 1/2 bananas
• 1 orange, peeled
• 1/2 lime, peeled
• 3 mint sprigs, just the leaves
• 1/2 cup kale or spinach (optional)

Looking for a pre-workout smoothie? Morning Blast features Greek yogurt, bananas, almond butter and has a latte-flavour kick. You can find that Morning Blast smoothie recipe over on AmongMen.

Leave a Comment March 14, 2014

What to eat before you exercise

If you’re looking for more healthy tidbits from Health & Swellness, just thought I’d let you know I’ve started a weekly column on thatsfit.ca. Find out what you should snack on before working out here.

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