Summer Recipes: 10 Refreshing Real Food Smoothies & Snacks
Summer is officially here and that means it’s time to dust off your sun hat, slip on those sandals, and show off the beautiful bod you’ve worked so hard for!
But with the fun in the sun, comes the inevitable temptation of those summer treats – popsicles, ice cream cones, and yes, all those wine spritzers. Instead of throwing in the towel on your clean eating habits this summer we have another idea: swap the sugar-filled snacks for real food refreshments!
With these 10 drool-worthy recipes from our talented Natural Force Instagram community, not only will you be fueling yourself with quality fats, clean proteins, and superfoods, but you’ll continue to feel like a goddess in your bikini all summer long!
10 Refreshing Recipes to Celebrate Summer
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#1 Coconut Cashew Fat Cups
Say hello to these ridonculous Coconut Cashew Fat Cups from Spring Forces of Nature Tribe Member, Michelle (@summit_lady_food_)! Packed with Natural Force Collagen Peptides protein, these indulgent fat cups are stored in the freezer, so whenever you’re in need of a frozen chocolate treat, simply pull one out and enjoy!
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#2 Golden Vanilla Chai Smoothie
This gorgeous smoothie from @spiritedbride is the perfect way to crush your craving for a golden milk latte when it’s 100 degrees! Featuring plant protein, frozen spinach, and frozen cauliflower, this Golden Vanilla Chai Smoothie will leave you feeling energized and refreshed!
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#3 Adaptogenic Horchata Chia Pudding with Immune-Boosting Medicinal Mushrooms
This beautiful Chia Pudding from Spring Forces of Nature Tribe Member, Cory (@clementine.starbird) is a nutritional powerhouse! Between the immune-boosting medicinal mushrooms and the Marine Collagen, this pudding will keep your body healthy and your skin flawless all summer long!
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#4 Raw Vegan Chocolate Raspberry Bliss Balls
Looking for the perfect poolside snack? Look no further than these delightfully colorful Chocolate Raspberry Bliss Balls from Lexi (@lexiborr)! Containing MCT Oil, these balls don’t just look and taste great, they’ll actually fuel you through every round of pool volleyball that comes your way!
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#5 Grain-Free Banana Pancakes with a Maple Tahini Drizzle
We’ve got the perfect pairing for all those plump, perfectly ripe berries you bought that the farmer’s market this weekend – these delectable banana pancakes from Cory (@clementine.starbird). Including an out-of-this-world Maple Tahini Drizzle, this bright, fruity breakfast will start any summer morning off on a high note!
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#6 Protein-Packed Chocolate Maca Rice Pudding
Loaded with gut-healing Organic Chocolate Bone Broth Protein, this Chocolate Maca Rice Pudding from @bad_to_the_bonebroth is the perfect way to get your daily dose of bone broth this summer without breaking a sweat. Serve this rice pudding cold for a refreshing, flavorful superfood breakfast or even as a post-cookout dessert!
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#7 Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie
This delicious Blueberry Vanilla Smoothie from Tiffany of White Space + Wellness (@tiffanynapper) is the perfect pick-me-up for a day at the beach! Loaded with Natural Force Organic Vanilla Grass Fed Whey Protein, avocado, blueberry, spinach, and cauliflower, this nutritional powerhouse will not only fuel you for an action-packed day of sand castle construction and bobbing in the waves, but it’ll also cool you down and leave you feeling refreshed!
Image courtesy of @clementine.starbird
#8 Brownie Batter Parfait aka “Protein Bar in a Jar”
In the thick of summer, firing up the stove for a hot breakfast is the last thing you want to do. Instead, start your morning with this brownie-licious protein parfait form Cory (@clementine.starbird) for a light and tasty, yet filling breakfast!
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#9 Sweet Potato Smoothie
For a creamy, delicious protein smoothie containing Natural Force Organic Vanilla Whey Protein and high quality carbs from sweet potatoes, have a sip of this Sweet Potato Smoothie from @servingupsimplicity!
Image courtesy of @tiffanynapper
#10 Matcha Protein Cake Bites
These delectable Matcha Protein Cake Bites from @tiffanynapper and @lexiborr are the perfect dessert solution if you’re avoiding the oven. Containing Organic Vanilla Whey Protein and matcha, these cake bites will satisfy your sweet your sweet tooth while helping you feel full so you don’t cave and eat those sugar bomb popsicles!Here’s to a healthy, happy summer!
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