Meet my new mornings favourites: These pretty, nutrient-dense, insta-worthy smoothies and juices to give you the glow. Over the years, I’ve learned that breakfast is non-negotiable for me. If I don’t get in a combination of essential fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals, well….it’s not pretty. I’m sure I’m not the only one who can’t bare the idea of turning on the stove to cook up a full plate of food before noon, but throw some fruits, veggies, and almond milk in a blender or juicer and the result is pure magic…a glass full of goodness, ready in under a minute.
With Valentines Day right around the corner, I wanted to create something to symbolise self-love. These four smoothies and juices may not be pink, but they are both nutritious and beautiful to look at. The finished product is just that: a smoothie/juice packed with vitamins and minerals, with a gorgeous colour and just a touch of naturally-occuring sweetness. Pure perfection.
→ 2 tbsp raw cocoa powder
→ 1 cup almond milk
→ 1 tsp maple syrup
→ 1 tsp maca powder
→ 2 frozen bananas
→ 1 tbsp almond butter
Toppings: blueberries, banana, cocoa nibs, almond butter + granola
→ 1/4 ripe avocado
→ 2 frozen bananas
→ 1 handful spinach
→ 2 cups almond milk
→ 1 tbsp peanut butter
Toppings: coconut chips, pomegranate, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds
→ 1 cup frozen, defrosted blackberries
→ 1 tbsp maple syrup
→ 1 cooled cup of chai tea
→ 2 frozen bananas
→ 1 cup almond milk
→ 3 carrots
→ 3 oranges
2 sticks celery
→ small piece fresh turmeric root
(Juiced in a juicer)
What are you doing this Valentines Day to nurture you?
What a wonderful Valentine’s post. I definitely try to focus on self-love on Valentine’s day, it’s such a great way to take some real meaning out of the holiday. All of these smoothies look amazing, and I love that you used maca powder! That stuff tastes like butterscotch 🙂
This is really amazing post!
So delicious and beautiful!
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Oh my word, your photos are incredible beautiful Lucie! Not too mention the drinks all look mouthwateringly good. I’ll have one of each! : )
Oh my goodness, these smoothies are just beautiful! The perfect way to start the day on a healthy track!
They all look fantastic! As soon as my scullery is built I am going to start juicing more 🙂
Oh wow, who needs pink when you can have these smoothies?! LOVE all four of them! And I really love that you shared recipes focused on self love! Genius, girlfriend! All of these are the perfect way to start the day! Cheers! 😉
Oh wow these are all stunning! How am I ever supposed to decide which one to try first?! I think the berry chai one would have to be it, I love the flavors and the presentation <3 And I love the idea of focusing on self love for Valentines day. Smoothies and juices are definitely a way to show your body some love!
Beautiful photos and all of these smoothies look amazing! I’d love to start my day with any one of them!
I’ll take one of each please!
I love the self-love idea. If we all liked ourselves a little more the world would be a better place. 🙂 These are all so beautiful and sound delicious! I want the blackberry one right now!
Fabulous smoothie recipes! I agree, mornings should be about nourishing as quickly and easily as possible. You nailed it,
These look and sound divine, I am without a blender which is killing me but hopefully thats all going to change by next month and these gorgeous looking smoothies are going on the make list, yummy!
What a wonderful list of smoothies 🙂 I love the look of that green one with the spinach. Beautiful pictures 🙂
These are so drool worthy ♥
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