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Sweet Potato Almond Butter Smoothie
Prep Notes
Making this Sweet Potato AlmondButter Smoothie is a great way to ensure your body is receiving the best of thebest nutrients. Sweet potatoes are high in beta-carotene, which isexcellent for healthy skin, mucus membranes, our immune system, good eyehealth and vision. Along with other root vegetables, these are consideredwarming to the body and help with digestion. Foods like sweet potatoes help supportthe body to give it fuel and nourishment so your limbs won’t feel heavy, youwon’t be exhausted, you’ll be able function with clarity throughout the day!
By: Jennifer Rossano, HCTP Class ofMarch 2014
Yields
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 medium size sweet potatoes previously baked
- 2 bananas fresh or frozen
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (or extra for desired sweetness)
- 2 tbsp creamy almond butter
- 2 cups almond milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ice as desired
- handful of blueberries to top (optional)
- handful of your favorite granola to top (optional)
Directions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and run until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Add ice for desired consistency.
- Pour into mason jars, top with fresh blueberries and granola, Enjoy!
Credit
Jennifer Rossano, HCTP