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COOKIES & CREAM SMOOTHIE (dairy-free)

COOKIES & CREAM SMOOTHIE (dairy-free)

Treat yourself to a grown-up decadent dairy-free delight!! Instead of empty calories, this smoothie scores some libido-boosting, anti-aging benefits thanks to the addition of maca powder and chia seeds!  

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MATCHA MINT CHIP COCONUT NICE CREAM

MATCHA MINT CHIP COCONUT NICE CREAM

We absolutely love vegan ice cream at my house.  The kids suggested the combo of matcha and mint chip since they are big fans of both flavours.  I also added a splash of lime for freshness -- and because research shows that citrus helps increase the absorption of antioxidants from the matcha! 

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WATERMELON LASSI

WATERMELON LASSI

A lassi is a popular Indian yogurt-based drink.  Traditional lassi is more savoury than sweet and is made with yogurt, water, sugar, and spices such as cumin.  For this creative spin on the lassi, I used watermelon, avocado, and a sprinkling of chili powder.  My family loved the flavour combination.  The smoothie was both refreshing and creamy with a tangy-sweet taste and just a hint of spice.

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MIXED MELON MANIA SMOOTHIE

MIXED MELON MANIA SMOOTHIE

My kids are big melon fans.  For this delightfully simple, nutritious and refreshing shake, I used a combination of watermelon and cantaloupe.  However, there are dozens of melon varieties and you could certainly substitute with your current favourite!

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MACA PEACH PERFORMER SMOOTHIE

MACA PEACH PERFORMER SMOOTHIE

Peaches are soooo delicious and nutritious and we go through baskets of them during peach season!  The special ingredient that gives this performance-enhancing smoothie its name is maca powder.  Touted as the "Incan superfood", maca has been used for millennia to boost energy, stamina, endurance and libido!

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MANGO LASSI

MANGO LASSI

A lassi is a popular Indian yogurt-based drink. My easy mango version is thick and creamy with a tropical, tangy, sweet-tart taste. It also happens to be loaded with vitamins & minerals, antioxidants, probiotics, fibre, protein, and healthy fats to nourish our bodies and minds for the day ahead!

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