03 Jun {Recipe} The All-American Smoothie

I was craving Neapolitan ice cream.

Why?

I was hot.

It’s already in the 90’s here in Texas and the humidity is not to be taken lightly.  It’s already sweat-when-you-get-out-of-the-shower-not-to-mention-drying-your-hair-and-getting-dressed humid.  I was literally fanning myself with an envelope today. Indoors.  

The idea a cold, creamy beverage with a  red/white/blue color palate just sounded…nice.   There was no Neapolitan ice cream in sight and this was the closest and healthiest replacement I could whip up-it took less than 5 minutes.  Chocolate milk, fruit and ice. That’s it! This balanced drink was filling and it gave me a huge boost of protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber and fluid.  It. Hit. The. Spot.  

I like my smoothies ICY, so I add a bit more ice than what’s called for in the recipe. No rules or judgement here-just do what you think is best.

All American Smoothie

1 banana, peeled (can use a frozen banana)

8 strawberries, washed and hulled (fresh or frozen)

handful of blueberries, washed (fresh or frozen)

1 cup ice

1 cup low fat chocolate milk

Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.  

Makes approximately 4,  6-8 ounce servings