Happy Monday! I’m getting back into the swing of things after traveling to Arizona for mindbodygreen’s Revitalize this past weekend, and it’s days like these when I’m tired from a trip and don’t have groceries yet that I’m thankful I stock my freezer with plenty of frozen veggies, fruit, and protein options. A big green smoothie is one of my favorite post-trip breakfasts because it’s a great way to get in a balanced meal without much fuss.
I found my favorite quite by accident one day when I was feeling like I needed something new and got curious about what would happen if I threw frozen cauliflower into the blender. I was going on a tip from a neighbor. “Worst case scenario,” I figured, I just don’t like it and never have to make it again.”
Um, yeah, it was love at first sip. Or as much love as a person can have for a frozen drink. I’m always amused by those people you see on social media who seem to have genuine passion and affection for smoothie bowls and their Vitamix 
Anyway…I hope you dig this. I don’t think I’ve made a smoothie without this weird-is-good ingredient since the first time I tried it. That’s saying a lot for a Sagittarius.
Cauliflower Green Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water, coconut water, or milk of choice
- 1-2 scoops protein powder (right now loving this one
but also really into pea protein powder for a plant-based option )
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 a frozen banana
- 3/4 -1 cup frozen cauliflower
- 2 cups baby spinach or 1 cup frozen
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
(optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
or other topping for garnish
but also really into pea protein powder for a plant-based option )
(optional)
or other topping for garnishDirections:
- Layer ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass or bowl. Garnish with chia seeds.
What’s the weirdest ingredient you’ve ever put in a smoothie?
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