#20: How to Make a Perfect Smoothie- Kelly Landry

As odd as it may seem to many people I think smoothies are my favorite food. This may be weird considering most people my age would likely say "Takis" or "Reese's Peanut Butter Cups" but a good, fresh fruit smoothie has become a daily ritual for me. I think if people refined their smoothie-making skills, people would drink a lot more smoothies. I am someone who does not like going out to eat so making smoothies at home is ideal. I use frozen fruit because it's the easiest to preserve, I use a combination of berries such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and mango chunks; I also use either half or a whole banana, almond milk, organic plant-based vanilla protein powder, chia seeds and flax seeds. Consistency is key, but it also depends on the person, I personally like the texture of a Stake-N'-Shake milkshake, not too thin but not super dense. I use a Nurti-bullet. Once the fruit, liquid, and protein is fully blended, I add in a little extra flavor and protein by adding in Trader Joe's crunchy almond butter and a little bit of coconut and chia seed granola.