As school starts up again, many Portland State-ers find themselves too busy to eat breakfast. Running to classes with no way of precariously balancing a bowl of milk and cereal leaves many of us without the morning calories we need.
But never fear nutrition-seekers: On-the-go eating is possible, and all you need is a blender.
As school starts up again, many Portland State-ers find themselves too busy to eat breakfast. Running to classes with no way of precariously balancing a bowl of milk and cereal leaves many of us without the morning calories we need.
But never fear nutrition-seekers: On-the-go eating is possible, and all you need is a blender.
Strawfu Smoothie:
Perfect for pouring into a bottle before dashing to your first class, breakfast smoothies are a great solution for putting some energy in your gut. No cook time necessary; just drop in some tasty ingredients, blend for 30 seconds and run along with a nutritious burst for your day. This Strawfu Smoothie recipe will kick start your morning and keep your body running at full capacity.
1/3 cup silken tofu
6 strawberries (frozen or fresh)
1 cup OJ
1/4 cup cold soy/rice or regular milk
1 large banana
By substituting yogurt with silken tofu, you provide your body with an added boost of protein, calcium and iron that will keep your mind sharp. The sweet bananas and strawberries keep this tofu-based smoothie from tasting like a glass of cardboard, and the orange juice seals the deal with a healthy addition of vitamin C. It’s incredibly easy to make and takes only a few seconds of your morning routine to make sure you don’t crash during your first lecture.
Do your brain a favor and slurp down a cold breakfast smoothie on your way to class. This tangy smoothie is vegan-friendly and tastes fantastically fresh.
