Description
Freezer smoothie packs offer quick nutrition for busy mornings. Mexican tropical and berry blend options provide delicious, easy breakfast solutions you can prep ahead with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoothie Base:
- 1 cup raw baby spinach
- 1 cup raw kale
Fruits:
- ⅓ cup strawberries
- ⅓ cup raspberries
- ⅓ cup blueberries
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (tbsp) peanut butter
- ½ tablespoon (½ tbsp) chia seeds
- Ground flax meal (optional)
Instructions
- Gather three freezer-safe bags and prepare workspace for assembling smoothie packs.
- For triple berry green smoothie, layer baby spinach and kale into each bag as the leafy green foundation.
- Carefully distribute peanut butter, ensuring even coverage across the greens.
- Gently add strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries to create a vibrant berry mixture.
- Sprinkle chia seeds and ground flax meal over the berry layer for nutritional enhancement.
- For tropical green smoothie, repeat bag preparation with baby spinach and kale base.
- Add almond butter evenly across the greens.
- Incorporate sliced banana, clementine segments, and mango chunks to create tropical flavor profile.
- Generously scatter shredded coconut over the tropical ingredients.
- Seal each bag tightly, removing excess air to prevent freezer burn.
- Immediately place bags in freezer for storage.
- When ready to prepare smoothie, empty entire bag contents into blender.
- Pour liquid of choice between 1/2 to 1 cup to facilitate blending.
- Optional: Add avocado or yogurt for creamier texture and additional nutrients.
- Blend thoroughly until mixture reaches smooth, consistent texture.
- Consume immediately or store in refrigerator.
- Smoothie packs remain fresh for up to one month when properly sealed.
Notes
- Preserve peak freshness by assembling smoothie ingredients when fruits are ripe and vibrant.
- Strategically portion ingredients into individual bags for quick, effortless morning nutrition.
- Customize blending liquid based on dietary preferences or flavor profile desired, ensuring maximum flexibility for health-conscious individuals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg