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It has been a horrible winter here in Central Nebraska.
I'm sure some people are loving it. The temperatures have been in the 40s, 50s, and the high hit 60 for a few days. We have had very little snow.
I hate it. Blame it on my Scandinavian ancestry, but I want snow and cold weather.
For those of you craving summer, here is a smoothie that will remind you of the tropics. Made with pineapple and coconut, its refreshing taste is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
To make it, I used a combination of pineapple juice, pineapple chunks, coconut milk and shredded coconut. Because of the healthy oils in the coconut, it takes quite a bit of blending to reach the right texture. You can add a scoop or two of soy protein powder for added protein.
The recipe makes two servings at 215 calories per serving.
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COCONUT PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
*1 20 oz. can of pineapple chunks in juice
*1/2 c. Silk coconut milk
*2 Tb. flake coconut
Directions:
1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
2. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Are you sick of the cold or do you like cold weather like me?
This week, I am sharing some of my favorite smoothie and protein shake recipes.
- Sunday-I shared my yummy recipe for Mixed Berry Protein Shake. I also gave you some tips about making protein shakes and smoothies.
- Monday-Check out my recipe for Oatmeal Cookie Protein Shake!
- What Matthew Ate Wednesday-See what my vegetarian four year-old is eating. Also, I will post a recipe for Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake.
- Thursday-Peanut Butter Cup Protein Shake
- Friday-Peach Raspberry Smoothie.
