Fall is probably my favorite time of year. After a long, hot summer, the cooler weather such a welcome change. I live in Southern California, so we don’t get to experience fall like the rest of the country does but what I do get to experience is just as wonderful. A drop in temperature, leaves falling to the ground, cups of hot tea, warm sweaters and boots to keep my feet toasty.
Pumpkins are another one of my fall favorites. Oh…how I love pumpkin. Pumpkin pie. Pumpkin bread. Pumpkin pancakes. Pumpkin custard. Pumpkin cookies. Pumpkin muffins. You name it: I love it.
Pumpkin itself is so good for you. It’s packed with vitamin A and has a good dose of vitamin C, potassium & fiber.
The problem is, that much of the pumpkin yumminess that’s cooked up for us isn’t all that healthy. Usually, I can find a recipe that is healthier or take a traditional recipe and make healthy modifications. Those are both great options when I have time to bake.
What if, I were to take the deliciousness of pumpkin pie and blend it with a protein shake? Oh my goodness…I’d have a complete meal that’s filling and tasty. Yes, please!
TIPS
I like to use Nutrimeal Free protein powder because many protein powders don’t blend well and often have a grainy texture. This one blends smooth to a smooth consistency and has a light vanilla flavor.
I always add extra fiber to all my smoothies and like to use Fibergy because its tasteless and blends extremely well, even when I’m just using a blender bottle with a wire whisk.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Total time: 5 minutes
Serves: 1
10-12 oz filtered water
3 scoops Nutrimeal Free (or another vanilla protein powder)
2 tsp Fibergy or psyllium husks (optional)
1/2 cup puréed pumpkin (organic, if possible)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 cup – 1 cup ice (optional)
Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a cup and enjoy!
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oxo,
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