Secret ingredient cherry almond smoothie bowl
This one is perfect as a recovery smoothie after exercise (it has the right ratio of protein and carbs, plus a healing boost from tart cherries), or just for breakfast! The secret ingredient is steamed cauliflower – plain cauliflower has very little taste, but makes a lovely creamy texture when pureed, so the cherries impart the flavor and color but you get a serving of cruciferous veggies with this one!
  • CourseBreakfast, Snack
Servings Prep Time
2servings 5minutes
Servings Prep Time
2servings 5minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/2cup dried tart cherries
  • 1cup frozen sweet cherries
  • 1 cup steamed cauliflowerchilled
  • 2cups milk(see my blog post at https://whyfoodworks.com/2018/04/12/3-ridiculous-reasons-not-to-drink-milk-the-ones-that-make-sense/ to choose the right one for you – aim for one with at least 8g of protein per serving to make this a recovery smoothie!)
  • 4Tbsp almond meal
  • 1/4tsp almond extract(optional)
  • 2cups ice
Instructions
  1. Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender, garnish with cherries and almonds as desired in a bowl or drink as a smoothie!