Whey, Blueberry and Flaxseed Protein Shake

By East West Daily | Published: August 30, 2010

By Haylie J. Pomroy, BS, WC, Registered Wellness Consultant and Nutritional Counseling

Ingredients:

* 2 scoops of protein powder

* 2 tbsp. ground flaxseed

* ½ cup of organic blueberries

* 1/16 tsp (2 to 4 drops) stevia or ½ tsp coconut sugar

* 1 cup of almond, rice, or low fat milk

* 1 tbsp. raw almond or cashew butter

* ½ cup ice

Preparation:

1. Whiz all the ingredients together in a blender and enjoy.

2. This would make a great breakfast, or you could have it as a snack.

Miranda

Posted May 29, 2011 at 12:52 am | Permalink

Here is another really good one. This one cleans my system out like a cleanse. You will love it.

http://www.getupandgetmoving.net/2010/03/jills-spinach-raspberry-flaxseed-oil.html
Cristina Schweitzer

Posted September 16, 2010 at 9:18 am | Permalink

This shake sounds delicious. I’ll have to try it. Thanks for the recipe!
Kristen

Posted September 2, 2010 at 9:29 pm | Permalink

So awesome! I bought all of the ingredients at Trader Joes and made the shake today. Never had anything with flax seed, almond butter and rice milk before….but I have to say this was a wonderful (flavorful and filling) breakfast. Thanks for posting!
Chelsea

Posted September 2, 2010 at 12:59 pm | Permalink

This is officially my favorite shake! It is perfect after my early morning run to help with muscle recovery and maintaining a natural energy throughout the day! Delish! (Also yummy with raspberries)
Lisa Umbach

Posted August 31, 2010 at 3:41 pm | Permalink

I’ll have to try this. I am always looking for blueberry recipes. Thanks for posting.
Chelsea

Posted August 31, 2010 at 12:56 pm | Permalink

This looks absolutely incredible! Off to buy some blueberries so I can make one for myself!!
Timothy

Posted August 31, 2010 at 11:48 am | Permalink

The most delicious AND nutritious way to start your day!