Cherry and Oatmeal Smoothie
A thick, creamy cherry-and-oatmeal weight-loss smoothie.
Nutrition
229
Calories
—
Protein
—
Carbs
—
Fat
Ingredients
| 1 cup | 240 ml | cherries, fresh or frozen, without pits |
| 4 tbsp | 60 ml | oats, uncooked, preferably rolled oats |
| 1/2 cup | 120 ml | plain, low-fat yogurt |
| 1/2 tbsp | 7.5 ml | chia seeds |
| 1/2 cup | 120 ml | skim milk |
| 5-6 | ice cubes | |
| 1 tbsp | 15 ml | maca (optional addition) |
| 1 cup | 240 ml | nut milk (optional addition) |
| 1 | banana (optional addition) | |
| 1/2 tsp | 2.5 ml | cinnamon (optional addition) |
Instructions
According to Consumer Reports, the anthocyanins that cherries contain help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. They are also powerful antioxidants and contain a lot of fiber that contributes to weight loss.
Oatmeal, one of the richest sources of soluble fiber, which you know by now is an important nutrient for losing weight.
Enjoy this mouth-watering, thick creamy goodness of nutrition!
- Combine all ingredients in the Vitamix and blend until smooth and creamy. (No specific method provided in source.)
Total calories: 228.5
Optional additions noted in source: 1 tbsp maca, 1 cup nut milk, 1 banana, 1/2 tsp cinnamon.