Whether it's the 10am too much coffee hunger jitters, or post-workout need something now hunger anger, a smoothie is a great way to get everything you need - fibre, good fats, carbs, protein - in one glass, and with pretty minimal effort. Follow these simple steps for a super refreshing & healthy drink:

Protein Smoothie

1. 1 cup liquid: water, milk of choice (unsweetened if going for almond milk), chilled herbal tea
2. 1 scoop protein powder: my favourite brand after much trial and error of chalky or bitter powders, is Isobolic Triple Isolate Protein Matrix, by Nutrabolics
3. 2 handfuls of veggies: if the thought of drinking something green makes your stomach turn, stick to celery, cucumber, carrots, or for an earthy flavour - cooked & cooled beets. If green is your colour, add some spinach or kale
4. 1 handful fruit: mix it up! Banana, mango, or pear will make for a creamier texture, berries or citrus fruits for more zip, or apple or pineapple for a fresh taste
5. 1 - 2 TB healthy fats: nut butters, flax, hemp, chia seeds, or whole nuts, avocado
6. BLEND!
7. Top it off with a little of whatever you feel you're missing: throw on some cinnamon for an extra blast of flavour, a sprinkle of granola if you're needing carbs, Greek yogurt if you're needing a little extra protein, or coconut for a little extra healthy fat (and deliciousness!)

Some of my favourite combos:

Chocolate Peanut-butter: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 1 handful each of cucumber & celery, 1 banana, 1 TB natural peanut-butter. Top with a sprinkle of unsweetened coconut flakes.

Citrus & Beets: 1 cup water, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, 1 handful each of carrots & cooked beets, 1/2 orange, 1/2 handful raspberries, 1 TB cashews. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Go Green or Go Home: 1 cup water, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, 1 handful kale/spinach, 1/2 handful each celery & zucchini, 1/2 handful mango, 1/2 handful raspberries, 1/4 avocado