The Complete Book of Smoothies: 115 Healthy Recipes to Nourish, Heal, and Energize

by Andrea Mathis MA, RDN, LD

Overview

Your complete guide to making simple, healthy smoothies

When you need a nutritious breakfast on the go or a midday snack, it doesn't get any easier than a smoothie. This complete guide to creating smoothies offers more than 100 recipes packed with fresh flavors and nourishing ingredients. With helpful tips and tricks for making the most of your blends and nutritional information included with every recipe, you can add a nourishing routine into your daily life.

The Complete Book of Smoothies includes:

115 creative recipes—Sip on health-boosting blends, protein powerhouses, antioxidant-rich recipes, classic green smoothies, kid-friendly beverages, and drinkable desserts.

Prep and setup—Discover which smoothie staples to keep on hand, how to store ingredients to extend their shelf life, and how to swap for dietary needs or personal preference.

Smoothie anatomy—Learn how to build your smoothie from the base up, including pre-blending and layering ingredients for the perfect creamy texture.

Enjoy a fast, easy, and refreshing drink anytime with The Complete Book of Smoothies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781648766992
Publisher:	Callisto Publishing
Publication date:	05/04/2021
Pages:	190
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.46(d)

About the Author

ANDREA MATHIS, MA, RDN, LD, is an Alabama-based registered dietitian nutritionist and owner of the healthy food blogs Beautiful Eats & Things and Little Eats & Things. Andrea has worked in several different health care settings, including clinical, public health, and long-term care. She believes in achieving optimal health by incorporating healthier eating habits into your lifestyle and making healthy eating fun!

Table of Contents

Introduction vi

Chapter 1 A Glass Full of Goodness 1

Everything you need to know about creating the perfect smoothies, including selecting the best ingredients, equipment, and so much more.

Chapter 2 Health Boosters 21

Smoothies that can help boost your energy, reduce stress, increase immunity, improve cardiovascular and bone health, and more.

Chapter 3 Protein Powerhouses 47

Smoothies that can be used for post-workout recovery or simply by those who need and crave more protein in their diet.

Chapter 4 Beauty Blends 73

Smoothies for detoxification and cleansing, including antioxidant-rich smoothies for skin, hair, and nail health; anti-aging; and more.

Chapter 5 Green Drinks 99

Classic green smoothies, ranging from green in color but sweet and fruity in taste, to really green in color and deliciously earthy in taste.

Chapter 6 Kid-Approved Sips 125

Smoothies for the whole family, full of fruits and veggies, that will have your kids begging for a blend every morning or snack time.

Chapter 7 Drinkable Desserts 151

Smoothies that make healthier dessert alternatives or will satisfy your sweet tooth any time of day but are lower in added sugar than a cookie or slice of cake.

Measurement Conversions 171

Resources 172

References 173

Index 174

Editorial Reviews

Rockstar dietitian Andrea Mathis brings her fun and joyful spirit to the kitchen and all the smoothies she creates! She breaks down everything you need to know to make a perfectly delicious healthy smoothie, and this book is a must for anyone looking for new tasty smoothie recipes!” —Mary Ellen Phipps, registered dietitian nutritionist, Milk & Honey Nutrition

“The Complete Book of Smoothies by nutritionist Andrea Mathis is packed with quick, nutritious, and delicious recipes that are fun, easy to make, and suitable for busy families or anyone looking to eat better and feel better. I would happily recommend this book to patients, friends, and family.” —Dr. Tara of @drtarasunshine, MD, mom of 3, and healthy food blogger

“This book is a must-have for every smoothie lover! Registered dietitian Andrea Mathis shares not only how to make delicious smoothies that appeal to every taste, but also how to make each one nutritious at the same time. I know this book will be a staple in my kitchen for years to come.” —Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, author of 2 Day Diabetes Diet and founder of Healthy Mom, Happy Family

“Andy has created a beautiful, fun, and nourishing collection of smoothies. There's something for everyone, and I'm excited to make my way through the recipes!” —Marisa Moore, registered dietitian nutritionist in media & culinary nutrition communications

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