3 easy and delicious recipes packed with nutrients and good-for-you weight loss

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Smoothies are a great way to lose weight, get extra nutrients in our bodies, and refuel after a workout.

We can customize them, and they’re incredibly versatile. Smoothies are perfect for breakfast, as a way to refuel, or for those gotta-have-something-sweet moments.

When I first started eating healthier, smoothies quickly became part of my routine. These easy oat smoothie recipes for weight loss were my go-to. I’d also make a green smoothie or a treat smoothie (with all kinds of good-for-you ingredients).

They’re an easy and delicious way to consume whole grains, greens, fruits, and veggies each day.

Smoothies are also convenient and require little prep time.

Weight loss can be challenging. And transitioning to a healthier diet takes commitment and intentional choices before it becomes a habit that sticks.

We’re faced with temptations everywhere we go. Candy bars, chips, soda, etc. — and grocery stores are intentionally set up to break down our resistance. It’s not always easy to say no, but once we build up the muscle and create healthier habits, it becomes much easier.

Within just a few weeks, our taste preferences change, as do our cravings. It’s an incredible transition that happens as our palates change. We tend to crave more of what we’re eating.

Food plays a role in almost everything in our life. And it can affect the quality of our lives, especially as we age.

Whether you’re on a weight loss journey or just looking to maintain a healthy weight, these recipes are a great addition. Smoothies are a pathway and anchor to a healthier lifestyle.

They’re also a fast way to reset if we get off course.

If you’re at all interested in getting more health into your life or losing weight, I couldn’t recommend a better place to begin.

I also have a YouTube video for all 3 of these recipes. You can check it out here 👇

1. Peachy cream oat smoothie

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Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen or fresh peaches
• 1- 1/2 cups soy milk (or your preference)
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• (optional) 1 Medjool date or 1 Tbsp maple syrup
• 1 frozen banana
• 1/2 cup uncooked raw oats (any type works)
• 1/2 - 1 tsp chia seeds
• (optional) Sprinkle of hemp seeds

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender.
2. Blend until smooth, roughly 30 seconds, depending on your blender.
3. Taste and adjust to your liking.
4. (optional) Dust with cinnamon powder and hemp seeds.
5. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

• If using fresh peaches, add 1–2 cups of ice cubes

Peachy cream benefits

Peaches are great for digestive health and promote healthy skin and collagen production. They’re packed with antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins.

Bananas are great for our hearts and promote healthy blood pressure. This smoothie also incorporates cinnamon, which supports brain function and helps reduce inflammation.

Oats help to satiate us, making us feel fuller longer, and also help reduce cholesterol. It’s a nourishing drink you can feel good about.

2. Apple Pie Oat Smoothie

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Ingredients

• 1 cup oat milk (or any other dairy-free milk)
• 2 cups ice
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 apple with skin (cored and sliced)
• 1 Medjool date
• 1/2 -3/4 tsp apple pie spice or 1/2 tsp cinnamon with a dash of nutmeg and allspice
• 1 frozen banana
• (optional) 1 Tbsp combined seed mixture: flax, chia, pumpkin, hemp seeds, goji berries, bee pollen, etc.

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a blender except for the seed mixture. If you prefer blending some or all of the optional seed mixture add that to the blender too.
2. Blend all ingredients until smooth, roughly 30 seconds, depending on your blender.
3. Taste and adjust to your liking.
4. Top with seed mixture if you did not blend it all.
5. Serve and enjoy!

A few health benefits apple pie oat smoothie

These ingredients nourish you from the inside out. Oat milk is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Apples are packed with vitamin C and help promote weight loss.

Apple pie spice is loaded with antioxidants, while Goji berries help improve our immune function. Dates are high in fiber which helps promote digestion.

All of these nutrient-dense foods make this a great weight-loss smoothie.

3. Chocolate Matcha Oat Smoothie

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Ingredients

• 2 cups of almond milk
• 2 cups ice cubes
• 2 Tbsp cocoa powder
• 2 scoops of vegan chocolate protein powder
• 2 tsp matcha tea
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 or 2 Tbsp maple syrup or a Medjool date (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup uncooked rolled oats
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 1 teaspoon each: hemp, flax, and chia seeds
• (optional) 1 Tbsp cacao nibs
• (optional) 1 Tbsp bee pollen

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a blender except 1/2 the cacao nibs and bee pollen (if using).
2. Blend ingredients for roughly 30 seconds, depending on your blender.
3. Taste and adjust.
4. Top with remaining cacao nibs and bee pollen.

Notes

• Use a high-speed blender for best results.
• Adding mild greens, such as spinach, is a great way to add extra nutrients to any of these healthy smoothie recipes. Green smoothies are packed with vitamins and minerals that elevate your health.
• I’ve provided options for natural sweeteners like Medjool dates and maple syrup as both offer vitamins and nutrients. These natural sweeteners fit into a well-balanced diet, especially when consumed with healthy fats and proteins. But it’s also important to eat them in moderation, especially when trying to lose weight.
• Experiment with flavors you love; you never know what your favorite smoothie ingredients and combinations might be until you try them. :)

See you next time!