Ginger packs high levels of health-boosting phytonutrients. But use fresh ginger: Chances are you bought that powdered ginger in your cabinet three years ago when you made a pumpkin pie, and it’s been losing potency ever since. To keep fresh ginger on hand, break it into small chunks and freeze it, then allow to defrost before grating.
- ½ cup frozen strawberries
- ¼ frozen banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed
- Dash of ground pepper
- 1 scoop plain plant-based protein powder
- Water to blend (optional)
NUTRITION: 264 calories / 5 g fat / 26 g carbs / 6 g fiber / 11 g sugar / 29 g protein