Make- It Monday: Green Pina Colada Protein Smoothie & Summer Marinades

Everyone loves tried and tested recipes.  Here's a delicious one from our group, from Tristan.  She should know what works, she's down every week, even if she is mad about it.  Eating healthy really does work, darn it!

Green Pina Colada

1 cup almond milk

Big handful of spinach

1 cup frozen pineapple 

1 T ground flax 

1/2 tsp coconut extract

1 scoop vanilla protein

Approximate Nutrition Information: 277 calories, 41g carbs, 14g fat, 25g protein, 26g sugar, 6g fiber

2 fruit/veggie servings

Since protein is our focus, here are two more marinades from group member, Tess.

1.  Mix equal parts medium salsa & Kroger Greek salad dressing.  Let meat marinate for several hours or overnight.

2.  2 tsp lemon pepper, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp lemon juice.  Add chicken to marinate or use as a bright Mediterranean salad dressing!

Thanks for your suggestions, and keep emailing me with all your great ideas!