I don’t know about you, but some (okay, most) mornings I just don’t have time to prepare a a sit-down breakfast. So if you find yourself skimping on a healthy breakfast because of time, this recipe for banana-almond butter-oatmeal smoothie is your answer. Not only is it easy, quick and filling, feel free to add or subtract ingredients that appeal most to your family. The gluten-free oats and organic almond butter (protein) will help you to stay satisfied right up until lunch.
Oatmeal is heart healthy, raw honey is enzyme rich and the banana adds a great shot of potassium. These healthy ingredients make banana-almond butter-oatmeal smoothie a nutrient-dense smoothie good for both children and adults. Did I mention it’s also delicious?
I’ve also been know to make this breakfast smoothie for a mid-afternoon snack and pick-me-up. It’s refreshing and gives me just the energy I need to make it until dinner. It also makes a great after-school nutrient-dense snack for your children.
Below is the banana-almond butter-oatmeal smoothie recipe. As I mentioned above, feel free to add or subtract ingredients. If you like a smoothie that is very smooth, add 1/2 of an avocado which will also provide you with healthy fat. And don’t worry, your children/hubby will never know there is avocado in this great-tasting breakfast smoothie.
Banana-Almond Butter-Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe
Ingredient List
- 1/2 cup certified gluten free oats
- 1 1/4 cups unsweetened organic coconut milk or almond milk
- 1 banana, sliced and frozen
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1-2 tsp organic almond butter (raw almond butter recipe)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Options: 1/2 avocado; dash of cinnamon or other favorite spice.
Directions
- Add the gluten-free oats into your blender (Vitamix is the one I use and recommend) and blend until the oats become a fine powder.
- Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
- You may want to add a bit of ice made from purified water for a colder smoothie.
- Add more liquid for a thinner smoothie.
- Pour into glass, add a colorful straw and enjoy on your way to work, school or the gym.
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Loretta Lanphier, NP
Loretta Lanphier is a Traditional Naturopathic Practitioner, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Holistic Health Practitioner, and Certified Clinical Herbalist. She is the CEO and Founder of Oasis Advanced Wellness in The Woodlands, Texas.
With more than 25 years of experience in natural health and wellness, Loretta has devoted her career to studying and researching natural medicine, whole-body wellness, hormone wellness, healthy aging, clinical nutrition, weight management, herbal remedies, and non-toxic approaches to cancer support. She remains actively involved in researching and developing natural health protocols, educational resources, and products designed to support the body’s remarkable ability to heal and maintain optimal health.
A Stage 3 colon cancer survivor since 2001, Loretta brings a unique and deeply personal perspective to her work. Having experienced the healing journey from both sides, as a patient and a practitioner, she understands the importance of addressing the whole person and root causes rather than focusing solely on individual health concerns and symptoms. Her personal experience continues to inspire her passion for educating and empowering others to take an active role in their health and well-being.
My passion has always been helping others understand what it takes to keep the whole body healthy through natural, non-toxic approaches that support the body’s God-given ability to heal.
Loretta also serves as Chief Wellness Officer for Dr. Edward Group, DC, contributing to natural health education, wellness program development, and research.
Read Loretta’s personal cancer journey: Cancer: The Path to Healing. Loretta is a Contributor and Editor of the worldwide E-newsletter Advanced Health & Wellness.
