Have you ever tried sour cherries in your breakfast smoothie or protein shake? Sour cherries have really strong anti-inflammatory properties and they’re loaded with antioxidants. I go for a long swim at least twice a week and this Sour Cherry Protein Shake makes a great recovery shake. It has maca powder to boost your energy levels, hemp seeds for protein & omega 3 fats, and almond milk to help your body recover faster and build lean muscle tissue. The shake will help you to stabilize your blood sugar levels and beat sugar cravings too!
Sour Cherry Protein Shake
SERVES: 1 person (2 ½ cups)
EQUIPMENT: blender
INGREDIENTS:
1 ½ cup almond milk
¼ cup sour cherries, fresh or frozen
¼ cup raspberries, fresh or frozen (or extra cherries)
1 ripe banana (or 2 small dates, pitted)
1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder (or extra hemp/chia seeds)
½ teaspoon hemp seeds (or chia seeds)
½ teaspoon maca powder (optional)
DIRECTIONS:
Combine almond milk, sour cherries, raspberries, banana, vanilla protein powder, hemp seeds and maca powder in your blender. Blend until smooth.
JULIE’S TIPS & TRICKS:
- This Sour Cherry Protein Shake will stay fresh for at least 1 day in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Maca powder will boost your energy levels, balance your hormones and reduce your stress levels.
Now I would love to hear from you! What’s your favorite post-workout recovery snack? A creamy shake, sweet energy balls, rice crackers with almond butter and banana… Let me know by leaving a comment down below.
