Springtime is here, the sun is coming out, the flowers are blooming and we hope you’re blooming too! This Lemon Meringue smoothie is refreshing and full of Vitamin C, which is immune boosting and will keep your skin bright. Lemon is also great at aiding in digestion. We highly recommend enjoying this smoothie outside in the sunshine and spring breeze.
This recipe uses TRU Vanilla Cream Protein, which is vegan, gluten free and is packed with 27 vitamins and minerals and 20 grams of protein per scoop. This smoothie will fill you up while adding nutrients to your diet, leaving you feeling satiated with plenty of energy to get active in the sunshine! Make sure to buy organic fruits, and also check that your frozen pineapple has no added sugar to keep this sweet treat beneficial for your health as you continue your fitness journey!
Health Benefits:
Lemon- Vitamin C and soluble fiber (when you eat the pulp of the lemon, which is recommended for maximum benefits, you get the benefits of pectin, which lowers blood sugar.)
Turmeric- Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
Pineapple- Contains Vitamin C and Manganese, which are antioxidant rich and help to reduce inflammation.
TRU Natural Vanilla Cream Protein Powder- Vegan friendly, gluten free, full of vitamins minerals and fulfills your protein requirements for the day. The Vanilla Cream flavor adds sweetness which offsets the bitterness of the lemon.
Ingredients:
½ Lemon
1 tsp Turmeric
1 cup Pineapple (Frozen)
1/2 Banana
1 scoop TRU Vanilla Cream Protein
1 cup Coconut Water
1 cup Chilled Filtered Water
Directions:
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Pour your coconut water and chilled water into the blender.
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Cut a lemon in half and cut off the rind.
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Add your lemon, turmeric, frozen pineapple, banana and 1 scoop of TRU Vanilla Protein to the blender.
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Blend on high until all your ingredients are combined.
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Pour into a cup and enjoy with a lemon garnish!
Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 316
Protein: 26g
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 12g
