Smoothies are an excellent source of protein, veggies and fruits. You can drink smoothies in winter and summer for your alimentation during recovery. What makes smoothies beneficial and easy to make is that you can use seasonal fruits and vegetables so, your smoothie will be always made with fresh veggies and fruits. Also, you can use frozen fruits while making your smoothie if you want to consume of-season fruits. You can use your creativity while making your smoothies as long as you do not use high-calorie ingredients. If you think that you do not consume enough protein that day, you can add one scoop of protein powder to your smoothie for extra protein intake. It is important to say that you should start drinking smoothies after 2 weeks after your weight loss surgery. Because, after your bariatric surgery, your stomach is sensitive and during the first weeks, you should follow a clear liquid diet. Here are seven smoothie recipes that you can prepare for every day of the week.
Green Smoothie
- 1 cup fresh spinach baby leaves
- 1 fresh green apple
- 1/3 cup of non-fat yoghurt
162 calories
Berry Smoothie
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/3 cup sliced, cooked beets
- 1/4 cup of non-fat yoghurt
- 1/4 cup diluted fresh orange juice
219 calories
Ginger, Berries and Oats Smoothie
- 1/4 cup prepared oatmeal
- 1/4 cup fat-free milk
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup ice
179 calories
Peanut Butter and Berry Smoothie
- 1/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 1/2 medium ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup crushed ice
237 calories
Watermelon and Mint Smoothie
- 2 cups seedless watermelon
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 1/3 cup 0% plain yoghurt
98 calories
Mango, Avacado and Lime Smoothie
- 1/4 cup sliced avocado
- 1 cup sliced Champagne mango
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint
- 2 cups crushed ice.
191 calories
Peach Flavored Protein Shake Recipe
- 8 oz skim, 1%, Lactaid, soy or almond milk
- 1 scoop of protein powder
- 1/4 cup frozen sliced peaches
- dash cinnamon & nutmeg
- 2 to 3 ice cubes
185 calories and 17 gr protein (when made with 1% milk)