Summer is almost here, which means it’s time to start planning your summer adventures along North Vancouver’s magnificent routes such whether it’s the Baden Powell Trail or Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge. With temperatures on the rise, it’s more important than ever to fuel up on healthy foods and drink plenty of water before hitting the trails or the beach.
Smoothie bowls are a great way to achieve this goal. They are packed with electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals, making them perfect for hydrating and fueling your body for hiking or mountain bike rides.
No matter what you have planned for the day, prep yourself by stopping by Lynn Valley Centre to stock up on healthy, nutritious foods like fresh berries, exotic fruits, and leafy greens at stores like Save-On Foods and Kin’s Farm Market.
If you’re looking for some healthy and revitalizing smoothie recipes to try at home, here are a few suggestions:
It All Starts With a Base
Blend 1 cup milk, yogurt, or frozen fruit for the base with optional add-ins like nut butter, protein powder, or greens powder. Pour the thick smoothie blend into a bowl and top with fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, granola, coconut, nut butter drizzle, and other tasty toppings.
Here are Some Popular Combinations to Inspire You
Tropical Paradise Smoothie: Combine the sweetness of pineapple, banana, and refreshing coconut water for a tropical getaway in a bowl.
Green Goddess Smoothie: Spinach and kale, two of the healthiest veggies, blended with cucumber, green apple, lemon juice, and ginger, make for a recuperative elixir that juices up hydration while supporting immune function.
Watermelon Mint Cooler: Cooling mint leaves, and the sweetness of watermelon at peak flavour make this a sweltering hot day’s dream come true
Peachy Keen Smoothie: Combine sweet, ripe peaches with nutritious Greek yogurt and a hint of vanilla extract for a summer-sweetened concoction for energy and immunity support.
Citrus Sunrise Smoothie: Energize your morning with oranges, carrots, ginger, turmeric, and coconut water to start the day with a high dose of detoxification and immunity
Supercharge Your Day
Whether you’re gearing up for an epic hike up the Baden Powell Trail or a heart-pumping mountain biking session on the legendary Mount Fromme trails, stop at Kin’s Farm Market or Save-On Foods in Lynn Valley Centre for the freshest produce to fine-tune your summer smoothie recipes.
What are you waiting for? Grab your blender, fresh ingredients, and get ready to beat the heat with the ultimate smoothie bowl experience this summer!