Healthy Snacks and Smoothie Recipes

Anyone that knows me knows that I cannot leave the house without snacks. You’ll never catch me without something to hold me over in my bag or clutch, no matter how small! I was very happy to see that one of my favorite online stores, Backcountry.com carries some of my favorite healthy snacks and protein powders! I am even sharing my protein smoothie recipes and 15% off code below!

My favorite snack brand lately is Kate’s Real Food Bars which I discovered on my trip to Indiana earlier this year to go offroading at the Badlands Off-Road Park. (See the full blog post on that experience and what I packed here!) I am officially on my third order from Backcountry.com to order these bars! May I suggest the peanut butter & hemp and peanut butter dark chocolate flavors!

Another healthy food option I was pleased to find on Backcountry.com is Vega protein powders. They are plant-based, gluten-free, and come in a variety of flavors. I made a protein fruit smoothie every morning. They are packed with flavor and nutrition. The recipes I am sharing in today’s blog post have been perfected over the years and I am delighted to share them.

Laura’s Chocolate Coconut Protein Shake Recipe:

a handful of ice
1 scoop of Vega chocolate protein powder
1 cup of milk (your choice)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
half banana (frozen or room temperature)
a handful of berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
1 date (optional- adds sweetness)
a handful of spinach

Blend all together and garnish with coconut and/or cacao nibs!

Laura’s Vanilla Fruit Smoothie:

a handful of ice
1 scoop of Vega vanilla protein powder
1 cup of milk (your choice)
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
half banana (frozen or room temperature)
a handful of berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
1 date (optional- adds sweetness)
a handful of spinach
garnish with cacao nibs

As always, thank you for stopping by and supporting the brands that keep Laura Lily going! Don’t forget to use code “LAURA15” at checkout for 15% off your order!