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Protein Mango Mania

Protein Mango Mania

Author Shani - Lemon Tree Nutrition
Need extra protein today? This delicious smoothie provides us with protein, healthy fats and complex carbs. It’s an easy and delicious way to get some protein into your body. Don’t miss out on the celery that contains natural sodium to can help replenish some electrolytes after a sweaty workout.
Prep Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • A powerful blender
  • A large glass cup or Mason jar

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup milk of choice
  • 1 cup chopped mango frozen
  • ½ banana fresh or frozen
  • ½ celery stick
  • 1 scoop Vanilla or unflavoured protein powder
  • ½ cup Greek Yogurt
  • ½ cup ice optional

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a powerful blender in the order listed above. Blend thoroughly until smooth. Add more water or milk if needed to your desired consistency.

Notes

This smoothie is wonderful during a hot summer day. Celery contains natural sodium which can help replenish electrolytes and the protein powder can help with muscle-building after a workout. It is best consumed as soon as possible after prep to take the most advantage of its benefits.
Categories Recipes, Sip

Beautiful Skin Green Machine

Beautiful Skin Green Machine

Author Shani - Lemon Tree Nutrition
Beautiful skin starts from within, and this delicious smoothie can help. Full of vitamin C, Omega 3, greens and even a bit of natural silica, this nutritious and delicious smoothie can help your skin glow.
Prep Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • A powerful blender
  • A large glass cup or Mason jar

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cold water
  • ½ cup pineapple frozen
  • 1 handful leafy greens of choice kale, spinach etc.
  • ½ cucumber
  • 1-2 cauliflower florets frozen
  • 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
  • 1-2 Medjool dates more if you prefer sweeter
  • 1 kiwi fruit peeled (optional)
  • ½ cup ice (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a powerful blender in the order listed above. Blend thoroughly until smooth. Add more water if needed to your desired consistency.

Notes

This smoothie is wonderful during a hot summer day. It is best consumed as soon as possible after prep to take the most advantage of its benefits.
Categories Recipes, Snack

Fudgy Banana Bake

Fudgy Banana Bake

Author Shani - Lemon Tree Nutrition
Got some overripe bananas? Use them in this fudgy, chocolaty banana bake. This treat is not overly sweet, yet quite satisfying due to its protein and fibre content. Pair it with a nice cup of tea, relax and enjoy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Baking 30 minutes

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Baking pan, 7x11 inches
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup large oats
  • 6-7 medium-size overripe bananas cut into 1-2 inch pieces
  • 10 pitted Medjool dates soaked in hot water for at least 1 hour
  • 5 tablespoons cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 4 tablespoons coconut sugar you can add 1-2 extra tablespoons if you prefer sweeter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup raw walnuts roughly chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 350° F or 180° C
  • Line a 7x11 inch tall sided baking pan with parchment paper
  • In a food processor or blender, place 2 cups of oats and process into flour
  • Add the bananas and blend until well combined with the flour
  • Drain the dates saving ½ cup of the soaking water and add the dates to the banana-flour mixture, as well as the ½ cup of soaking water and blend
  • Add cocoa powder, coconut sugar, eggs, protein powder and baking powder
  • Blend until well combined to a smooth mixture
  • Transfer mixture into the prepared baking pan
  • Top with chopped walnuts
  • Place in the middle of the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the centre is firm
  • Allow to cool at room temperature and cut into desired size squares

Notes

After a day on the countertop, place the rest in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to a month.
Categories Recipes, Snack

A Super Fast Blueberry Sauce

A Super Fast Blueberry Sauce

Author Shani - Lemon Tree Nutrition
Great for topping a pile of pancakes, as crepes filling, spreading over toast or just eating with a teaspoon straight from the jar, this gorgeous deep purple sauce will have you making it again and again. It’s easy, quick, nutritious and delicious without unnecessary additives we find in the store-bought versions
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Equipment

  • A small pot
  • A mason jar or a medium size serving dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups frozen blueberries
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ cup chia seeds or more for a jam texture - see notes

Instructions
 

  • Place the frozen blueberries in a small pot and cook on medium-high heat until the blueberries are starting to thaw and are releasing some liquids.
  • Add about ¼ cup water and simmer until blueberries are softened and starting to break.
  • Add ¼ cup honey or maple syrup, stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • Add ¼ cup chia seeds, mix and set aside to thicken for about 20 minutes.

Notes

This sauce can be thickened and used as a jam by adding more chia seeds - Instead of ¼ cup consider ½ a cup.
This sauce or jam is best fresh but leftovers can be kept in the fridge and eaten within a day or two.
Categories Recipes, Sip

Antioxidant Pink Power

Antioxidant Pink Power

Author Shani - Lemon Tree Nutrition
Antioxidants help fight free radicals in our bodies. Although our magical body has the ability to do that on its own, a little help can go a long way. This gorgeous pink smoothie provides our body with such mighty little fighters. A real beauty from within.
Prep Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • A powerful blender
  • A large glass cup or Mason jar

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plant-based milk of choice
  • 1 cup raspberries or mixed berries frozen
  • ½ banana fresh or frozen, peeled
  • 1 handful spinach etc.)
  • 1 mini cucumber
  • ½ avocado skin removed
  • 1-2 Medjool dates more if you prefer sweeter
  • ½ cup ice optional

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients in a powerful blender in the order listed above. Blend thoroughly until smooth. Add more water or milk if needed to your desired consistency.

Notes

This smoothie is best consumed as soon as possible after prep to take the most advantage of its benefits.