Hailey Bieber's Smoothie Recipe: A Healthy Guide
Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk e.g., oat, almond, or coconut milk
- ½ frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- ½ avocado
- 1-2 Medjool dates or 1 tablespoon of maple syrup adjust to taste
Optional supplements:
- 1 tablespoon collagen powder or a vegan alternative
- 1 teaspoon hyaluronic acid for added skin benefits
- 1 tablespoon protein powder optional for extra protein
Instructions
Gather Ingredients:
- Assemble all your ingredients in one place to ensure a smooth preparation process.
Prep the Fruits:
- If not using pre-frozen fruits, slice the banana and strawberries before freezing them. This step ensures a creamy and cold smoothie texture without the need for ice.
Add Liquids First:
- Pour 1 cup of your chosen plant-based milk into the blender. Starting with liquids helps in blending the ingredients more efficiently.
Combine Main Ingredients:
- Add the ½ frozen banana, 1 cup of frozen strawberries, and ½ avocado to the blender. These ingredients provide the smoothie's base flavor and creamy texture.
Sweeten:
- Depending on your sweetness preference, add 1-2 pitted Medjool dates or 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Adjust to taste.
Boost Nutrition:
- For added nutritional benefits, include the optional supplements like collagen powder, hyaluronic acid, and protein powder. These enhance the smoothie's health properties, especially for skin health and protein intake.
Blend:
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth. The duration may vary depending on the blender's power; typically, 30 seconds to 1 minute is sufficient. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more plant-based milk to reach your desired consistency.
Taste Test:
- Sample the smoothie to see if it meets your taste expectations. Adjust sweetness or creaminess as desired by adding more sweetener or plant-based milk, respectively.
Serve:
- Pour the smoothie into a glass or serving cup. For an extra touch, you can garnish with a strawberry slice or a sprinkle of chia seeds.
Enjoy Immediately:
- Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, right after blending, to take advantage of all the nutrients and flavors.
