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My Favorite Green Smoothie + Other On-the-go Breakfast Ideas!

“Study after study shows that kids who eat breakfast function better ... do better in school, and have better concentration and more energy.”* That's reason enough to not only stop skipping breakfast, but to be sure we're starting our day off right with something wholesome enough to properly fuel our bodies! I've got three quick and simple ways to do just that even for those busy weekday mornings when you're flying out the door. Be sure to check out our Easy Breakfast Ideas too!

On-the-go Breakfast Ideas

  • Homemade Waffles
    Did you know that homemade whole-wheat waffles freeze beautifully? Simply make a double batch for breakfast on the weekend and freeze the leftovers between sheets of wax paper in a freezer-proof bag. Then on busy weekday mornings you can either reheat in the microwave or just eat them frozen right out of the bag (and on the way to school if you're having one of those kinds of days!).
  • Overnight Oats
    This make-ahead breakfast is so nice to have on hand - and I speak from experience! I'm honestly not a big oatmeal person myself, but my 6th grader is and she'll scarf these down like there is no tomorrow. Another one that can easily be eaten in the car on the way to school. :) (This recipe is one of the few "blog favorites" you'll find in my new Fast & Fabulous cookbook!)
  • My Favorite Green Smoothie (recipe below)
    While this one can be thrown together in no time it can also be made the day before. The bananas will change color slightly, but amongst all the brightly colored fruits and veggies the difference is minimal. You can also freeze smoothies farther in advance (with no color change at all) just like you would a popsicle!
Breakfast ideas and my favorite Green Smoothie and on 100 Days of Real Food

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I also had the chance to share these ideas on the Charlotte Today show this morning. You can check out the segment here if you'd like!

My Favorite Green Smoothie on 100 Days of Real Food

My Favorite Green Smoothie

I've got three quick and simple breakfast ideas for those busy weekday mornings when you're flying out the door so you can start the day off right! While my favorite green smoothie can be thrown together in no time it can also be made the day before.
3 Reviews / 4.7 Average
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 3 minutes mins
Total Time: 8 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Smoothies & Drinks, Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Diet: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Peanut/Tree Nut-Free, Vegetarian
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups spinach
  • 2 bananas (the riper the better (sweeter))
  • 3 cups frozen fruit (in chunks (mix of mango, pineapple and peaches))
  • 1 cup coconut water (could sub plain water)

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients together in a blender and puree until smooth. Serve within 24 hours or freeze for later.

Notes

We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
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*According to Marcie Beth Schneider, M.D., FAAP on HealthyChildren.org

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Comments

  1. Sophia Adams says

    December 29, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    At first I thought its only a regular recipe. But it changed my mind after i try this delicious recipe. Not only delicious, It's really a healthy green smoothie. I drinks it on breakfast last 1 week and incredibly i lose almost one and half of my body weight.

    Reply
  2. Dee says

    October 25, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    Do you have any recommendations of what can be used instead of the two bananas? Unfortunately, my kids just don't like the taste.

    Reply
    • Kay says

      November 04, 2016 at 10:01 am

      Frozen pineapple seems to work well for us to gain the same consistency. Cutting the sweetness with whole fat milk, cream, or something similar works if needed.

      Reply
    • Raechel says

      May 24, 2017 at 7:13 pm

      5 stars
      avocado works well too

      Reply
  3. Jon says

    October 24, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    4 stars
    I don't really like smoothies before, but when you prepare it like this, it can really change your mind

    Reply
    • Rose says

      December 13, 2016 at 3:24 am

      Me too! This is a game changer :)

      Reply
  4. Hélène says

    October 21, 2016 at 5:04 pm

    I would add 6 or 7 eggs to this, and fullfat milk or yogurt/kefir instead of water -- for PROTEIN and much needed fat to keep their brains working all morning. No midmorning slump. You could also have an oz of cheese to munch with it for calcium.
    Please feed ur kids adequate PROTEIN for every breakfast!
    Baby greens are great subs for spinach, with a mild taste. Or dandelion greens, beet greens--both mild.

    Reply
    • Bonnie says

      October 25, 2016 at 10:20 am

      Ty, that was very smart!!! I was wondering how to make it more filling without the fat!

      Reply
      • Hélène says

        October 25, 2016 at 11:38 am

        Fat is good for you. Fat keeps you full. Fat makes your brain work. Children especially, n.e.e.d. fat.
        Got Fat? ;)

  5. Valya says

    October 19, 2016 at 10:30 pm

    5 stars
    Looks delicious and healthy. Love smoothies for breakfast or as a meal replacement.

    Reply

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