You probably remember from my previous Shaklee 180 posts that a main component of the program is protein smoothies. I’ve said several times that I actually prefer the smoothies to the meal bars and use the smoothies whenever I can. I was worried that I would grow tired of the smoothies quickly and have to force them down.
I am happy to report that I am still loving the smoothies! I think part of what is making it so easy for me to stick with the smoothies is the variety of ways I can dress them up with different flavors and add ins. (Quick disclaimer here: you do have to watch what you add to smoothies as it can add a hefty calorie punch of you are not careful!)
While I play around with lots of different combinations, I definitely have my go-to favorites. I thought I’d share those with you. Most are ridiculously simple, but have really added to my enjoyment of the program.
*Note: I use flax milk or coconut milk in several of my recipes. You can absolutely substitute skim milk, soy milk or any other beverage in its place. Just be sure to watch out for added sugars or other flavoring.
Peanut Butter Cup Smoothie
2 scoops Shaklee 180 Chocolate Smoothie mix
1 C. unsweetened flax milk
2 tablespoons of organic peanut butter (or PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter)
5 ice cubes
Blend until smooth and thick!
Pina Colada Smoothie
2 scoops Shaklee 180 Vanilla Smoothie mix
1 C. unsweetened coconut milk (NOT cream of coconut – that is very different!)
several slices of pineapple (if you don;t have fresh pineapple available, you can substitute 2 tbsp of frozen pineapple juice concentrate)
5 ice cubes
if you really like a tropical flavor (like me) add 1/4 tsp of coconut extract
Blend until smooth and thick!
PB&J Smoothie
2 scoops Shaklee 180 Strawberry Smoothie mix
1 C. flax milk
2 tablespoons of organic peanut butter (or PB2 Powdered Peanut Butter)
2 tbsp of all natural strawberry fruit spread or 5-7 fresh strawberries
5 ice cubes
Orange Dreamsicle Smoothie (tastes like an Orange Julius!)
2 scoops Shaklee 180 Vanilla Smoothie Mix
1 C. unsweetened flax milk
2 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate
1/2 C. plain organic yogurt
1 tsp. vanilla extract
5 ice cubes
Blend until smooth and thick!
I hope some of these recipes sound like something you’d want to try. If you have a favorite that is your “go-to” smoothie, please do share the recipe in the comments – I know I love trying new concoctions!!!
I’ve always loved having a farmer’s market nearby. I’m pretty lucky, we actually have a number of them pretty close to us. I’ve taken full advantage of them and regularly buy fresh veggies, grass fed meat, and local eggs from free range chickens. I have to say that we eat pretty healthy during the summer months. Or so I assumed…
that I don’t really know much about the vegetables I am buying at the farmer’s market other than that they are grown locally. I attempted to ask someone at my favorite stand at the market but did not get much of an answer as many of the local farmers are Hmong and their English is not very strong – their young children do much of the translating when they are selling. There are a few organic CSAs and farmers who sell at the markets or by order, but they are a bit pricey.
As a Shaklee Blogger, I am taking the Shaklee 180 weight loss program for a test drive. Each month, I receive a Turnaround Kit (check out my video to see 
