There's Always Time for a Smoothie!

I have to work to add more fruits and veggies to my diet, as I don't eat them as much as I should. One way I WILL readily eat them is in smoothies.  With enough protein -  a smoothie is a great, refreshing and filling meal replacement. This is one of my favorites.  You don't taste the leafy greens but they add a punch of nutrition.  This kale was fresh out of the garden.

In a blender place:
1/3 of a block of firm tofu (yes, this adds protein and gives it a satisfying milkshake like texture).
1 cup of blackberries
a drop of honey (optional)
1 cup fresh kale (or other dark leafy green)
3/4 of a  12 oz. can of sparkling mineral water
1/2 scoop  Berry flavored veggie protein powder

Blend longer than just to mix - the more air that is incorporated into the drink - the more volume you will have to keep you full longer.

The smoothie is only 250 calories, with 9 grams of fiber and 20 grams of protein so you can add a sourdough corn muffin along with it for a quick meal on the go that will keep you full for hours.

Wild Yeast Sourdough Honey Corn Muffins 

1 cup Azure Standard wild yeast sourdough starter
1/4 cup  whole wheat flour
1 cup Bob's Red Mill cornmeal
1 Tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup  plus 1 Tablespoon honey
3/4 cup low fat milk or nut milk
4 Tablespoons of melted butter
2 eggs

Mix dry and wet ingredients in separate bowls, adding the melted butter in a thin stream, whisking constantly.

Combine wet and dry and place in 12 count greased muffin tins (these don't rise much so the tins should be fairly full).

Bake at 400 F. for 15-17 minutes (until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with just moist crumbs or dry).

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