3 Super Filling And Healthy Smoothies To Have For Breakfast

Deciding whether to get those ten extra minutes of sleep and just rush out the door later, or to wake up and have a nice leisurely morning - one that involves breakfast - is always something that leaves most people in a dilemma. Sleep is important, but so is eating or drinking something energising and filling in the morning. Skipping out on breakfast altogether can lead to you feeling drained out by the afternoon or binge eating later on in the day. If you don't have time for a full-fledged sit down meal, don't fret - we've got some breakfast smoothie recipes that will solve your problem. They're quick and easy to make and can be had easily even on the go. They're just as filling as a meal and are abundant in healthy nutrients.

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Here are some super filling and healthy smoothies you can have for breakfast.

1. Blueberry Spinach Smoothie

Berries - fresh or frozen - are a great ingredient to add to smoothies because they are very high in antioxidants and a good source of fibre. Blueberries in particular are low in calories and high in fibre. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and K and is also a good source of manganese, magnesium, iron and vitamin B2. Together, they make a very healthy combination.

In a mixer, add 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 ripe banana, 2/3 cup frozen blueberries, 1 cup spinach leaves, 1/2 cup milk of your choice (dairy, soy, almond) and some honey to taste. Blend until smooth. This recipe will give you approximately two medium sized glasses of this smoothie.

2. High-Protein Vanilla Smoothie

Protein is an important building block of bones, cartilage, skin, and blood. Your body also uses protein to build and repair tissues and muscles. Protein helps in satiating hunger, which means that you will be fuller in lesser calories and can easily steer clear of any binge eating sprees.

In a mixer, add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Blend until smooth. This recipe will give you approximately one large glass of this smoothie.

3. Almond Honey Smoothie

Almonds contain lots of healthy fats, fibre, protein, magnesium and vitamin E. Honey on the other hand is high in antioxidants and has been linked to beneficial effects on heart health.

In a mixer, add 1 ripe banana, 10 almonds, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/2 cup milk and 1/3 cup greek yogurt. Blend until smooth. This recipe will give you one large sized glass of this smoothie.