Shake Shake Shake… Shake Your Smoothies!
A Nutrimeal protein shake is a great, easy way to start your day because it gives you the proper fiber, good complex carbs, proteins and EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids) you need.
Ideal for breakfast or as a post-workout protein boost, I also use the shakes as a meal replacement for lunch or dinner whenever I am too busy to make a meal or I know I’ll be working for a long time without a break.
For best results, mix all ingredients in a blender. Obviously, omit any ingredients you don’t like and allow these recipes to inspire you to create your own combinations!
The possibilities are endless! Additional add-ins might include flax seeds, whey, almonds, OG peanut butter or almond butter, plain yogurt, instant coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg or ginger, and even greens like spinach or kale.
Oh, and if you do create something wicked good? Please share! Sharing is nice. Mama says so.
Let's get started!
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First, Nutrimeal Shake Basics
First, get some!
Next, the basic recipe is this:
Blend Until Smooth:
8–12 ounces of Liquid (Skim Milk, Soy Milk, Almond Milk or Water)
3 scoops of USANA Nutrimeal
½ cup frozen fruit
That's recipe #1! But don't worry, they get reeeeeal fancy, reeeeeal soon.
But before that,
Tips for Adding & Storing Fruit Frozen fruit gives your morning shake a rich, thick smoothie texture, especially if you add frozen banana.
Buy bags of frozen fruit at any supermarket to use when you don’t have fresh fruit in stock.
When fruit is in season, take advantage by buying in bulk and freezing extra.
When fresh fruit is beginning to turn, put it in the freezer to use for shakes.
To prevent fruit from freezing in a giant lump, spread fruit pieces on a baking sheet, freeze, then portion them into freezer bags or containers
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23 Delicious Nutrimeal Shake Recipes
Vanilla Berrylicious
3 scoops (or one packet) French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1 c. frozen mixed berries
1 c. water or soy milk
1 c. ice
Razzamatazz
3 scoops (or one packet) Strawberry Nutrimeal
1 c. frozen raspberries
1 c. water or soy milk
1 c. ice
The Joy of Almond After you’ve chugged this blended shake, you’ll be delighted to know you’ve discovered a healthy, low-glycemic alternative to one of your favorite candy bars!
10 oz. water
3 scoops Dutch Chocolate Nutrimeal
1/4 tsp. almond extract
1/2 c. ice
Orange Chocolate Shake
3 scoops (or one packet) Chocolate Nutrimeal
12 oz. orange juice
1 medium banana (optional, if you like a thick shake)
½ tsp grated orange peel (optional)
1 c. ice
Nutrimeal Latte Makes a delicious hot drink, just like your favorite coffee shop's latte or mocha - but better! Blend in a blender approximately 10 seconds or until foamy:
3 scoops of Vanilla or Chocolate Nutrimeal
1/2 tsp of organic instant coffee
1 tsp of coconut oil
10-12 oz of filtered/purified hot water (not boiling)
Carrot Cake Nutrimeal
3 scoops Vanilla Nutrimeal
1 grated Carrot
1 tsp of coconut oil
Cinnamon & Nutmeg to Taste
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Why wait until the holiday season to enjoy fall’s most popular pies? This recipe serves 2.
10 oz. water
3 scoops French Vanilla Nutrimeal
2 tsp. Fibergy® Plus (optional)
1/2 c. canned or fresh pureed pumpkin (unsweetened)
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 c. ice
1 packet stevia (optional)
Chocolate Banana Blast
3 scoops (or one packet) Chocolate Nutrimeal
1 banana
1 c. water or soy milk
1 c. ice
Orange Creamsicle This shake holds true to the classic summer favorite by tasting just as creamy and delicious as the original.
10 oz. water
3 scoops French
Vanilla Nutrimeal
1/2 tsp. orange extract
Vanilla extract to taste
1/2 c. ice
Morning, Sunshine Do you turn to a latte or cappuccino for the morning “pick me up” you so desperately need? Avoid the extra sugar and calories by making this tasty shake instead.
10 oz. water
3 scoops French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1 tsp. instant coffee
1 tsp. sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c. ice
Fudgy Wudgy Shake For all the chocolate lovers out there—this should be your first stop when choosing which shake to try first. Serves 2.
1 c. low-fat evaporated milk
3 scoops Chocolate Whey Nutrimeal
2 tbsp. malted milk powder
1 c. ice
Piña Colada Sunrise Tiny umbrella optional.
10 oz. water
3 scoops French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1/2 tsp. coconut extract
4.5 oz. fresh pineapple
1/2 c. ice
Ginger Snap Craving cookies?
8 oz. water
3 scoops French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1 tbsp. molasses
1 tsp. ginger powder
1 c. crushed ice
Coconut Breeze One sip of this shake and you'll imagine you're sunbathing on the sandy beaches of Tahiti! Ok, not quite. But whatever. It's good. Make it.
12 oz. water
3 scoops French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1/2 tsp. coconut extract
Grasshopper Mint and chocolate — two ingredients destined to be together. The flavor combination makes this shake completely refreshing and satisfying.
12 oz. water
3 scoops Chocolate Whey Nutrimeal
Mint extract to taste
Peach Vanilla Shake
3 scoops (or one packet) French Vanilla Nutrimeal
1 peach
1 c. pineapple juice (add more juice or water to make 12 oz.)
1 c. ice
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NEED MORE IDEAS?
Additional Favorites:
Chocolate Nutrimeal + Blueberries + Acai Fruit + Banana
Chocolate Nutrimeal + lots of ice (6 ounces of ice, 4 ounces of water) + 2 tsp organic instant coffee from Whole Foods
Vanilla Nutrimeal + Cherries and Papaya + 1 tsp cinnamon
Vanilla Nutrimeal + Blueberries + Acai Fruit
Vanilla Nutrimeal + Banana + Mango
Strawberry Nutrimeal + Banana
If you come up with a delicous Nutrimeal recipe, please let me know!
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