Berry Boost Smoothie

I needed a bit more of a boost this morning so I created a smoothie which also includes a shot of coffee.  If you aren't a coffee fan or if it doesn't agree with you I would suggest substituting the coffee for some steeped green or Yerba matte tea - both of which will give you a good clean caffeine like buzz whilst avoiding the jitters

If making with tea then steep the tea in 1/2 cup / 125ml of boiled water for around 20 minutes.  Strain and leave to cool.  You could do this the night before and leave in the fridge to chill.

Ingredients

• 1 tsp. good quality instant coffee or 1 Nespresso shot (needs to be cooled before using)
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1/2 cup coconut water
• 1 heaped tsp. acai powder
• 1 bee pollen capsule, contents emptied
• 3/4 cup mixed frozen or fresh berries
• 1 small banana
• 1 tbsp. cashew nuts
• 1 heaped tsp. hulled hemp seeds

Method

1. Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.  If you aren't using frozen berries, then add a few cubes of ice at this point and blend again.  Serve immediately for a delicious and filling breakfast.

​Emma xx