High Iron Smoothie | Dietitian Approved!
Low on daily iron intake or wanting to keep your iron levels optimal. You've found the perfect smoothie recipe loaded with iron!
Servings: 2 smoothies
Calories: 390kcal
Ingredients
- 1 16 ounce package silken tofu drained
- 2 cups spinach frozen (must be frozen because it's already been cooked making iron more avalible)
- 1 medium banana frozen
- ½ cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup pepitas green pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 cup non dairy milk
- 1 cup water
- dark chocolate shavings optional topping
Instructions
- First, drain the liquid from your silken tofu. You don't need to press your tofu just remove the water from the container.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender except the chocolate for the topping. Blend well for 60 seconds until all ingredints are blended.
- Pour it into two glasses, and enjoy!
Notes
Texture: If you want your milkshake to have a thicker consistency, ensure that your spinach, banana, and strawberries are frozen.
Serving: Serve in a tall glass and garnish with dark chocolate shavings or extra pumpkin seeds on top.
Make it a Meal: If you want a meal instead of a shake, add it to a bowl and top with fresh fruit, granola, or nut butter to make a smoothie bowl.
Add Sweetness: naturally, sweeten your smoothie + enhance iron by garnishing with a square or two of dark chocolate or topping with dried apricots or prunes.