Blueberry Wake-Up Smoothie

Hello all!

As you may or may not know, smoothies are a very popular and quick breakfast option for people who want a healthy and filling morning meal. I've been trying to up my smoothie game and I've discovered that this smoothie I been making--what I call the Blueberry Wake-Up Smoothie--is both energizing and delicious.

Here's the recipe:

• 1/2 cup of blueberries
• 2 fresh apricots
• 1-2 bananas (depending on how hungry you are)
• 1/2 of an avocado
• The juice of 1/2 or 1 whole lemon (depending on your citris preference)
• A couple leaves of fresh Anise Hyssop (and herb) (you can also use Mint for a fresh taste, or Basil or Thyme for a savory taste)
• 1-2 tbsp or honey
• 1/2 cup of non-dairy milk (almond, soy, coconut etc)
• 1 tbsp of chia seeds (flax seeds are cheaper if and just as nutritious too)

Blend all of your ingredients together and there you have it! The blueberries are a power fruit full of antioxidants and vitamins, just what you need in the morning. All of the other ingredients are nutrient packed too, spend some time researching and you'll see why this smoothie is such a great daily health boost.

Things to note:

1. Drink this right away! Because blueberries are filled with antioxidants, as soon the blended smoothie is exposed to open air, the color of the smoothie will shift from purple to brown. It's still nutrient packed, it's just seems better to drink it fresh
2. Add Ice! or if your berries are already frozen that will keep your smoothie cold... sometimes the motion of the blending naturally warms the ingredients. Or chill it in the freezer for 10 minutes after you blend.

Foods with rich colors like blueberries are filled with nutrients for the body! (Image Credit)

Enjoy and live!