Delicious Chocolate Banana Protein Shake

Sorry for the lack of food posts lately, between the diet and having to eat out a lot I haven't really spent a lot of time in the kitchen (I shall work on this I promise). I happen to whip up this concoction today for lunch, I was craving a chocolate milk shake something fierce! So instead of running across to Wendy's I whipped up this bad boy instead. It's thick creamy texture is sure to satisfy (I ate this four hours ago and I am still not hungry). The banana and yogurt give this regular chocolate protein shake a creamier texture along with some added nutrition!

Delicious Chocolate Banana Protein Shake

1 frozen banana
1 cup of Silk almond milk (or whatever milk you please)
1 cup of nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 a scoop of slim fast powder OR chocolate protein powder, I recommend this brand

Method:

Just put everything in a blender and BAM! That's it.

Wendy's Chocolate Frosty Nutrition
For one small frosty shake

Calories: 580
Total fat: 13 grams
Saturated fat: 8 grams
Carbs: 104
Protein: 11

My Chocolate Shake
For one 12oz shake

Calories: 300
Total fat: 2 grams
Saturated fat: 0 grams
Carbs: 56
Protein: 17

Wild Berry Smoothie

Just because we're in the midst of winter doesn't mean we can't have a tropical treat! I've been experimenting with smoothies and I found that you can disguise most every healthy green ingredient with fruit and yogurt.

Take this one for example, it's a magical blend of raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, yogurt and spinach, yes, SPINACH! Don't be afraid! I'm not crazy! You can't even taste it I promise and the awesome thing is you can reap the full health benefits of the spinach without having to choke back a raw spinach salad (for those of you who fear the green).

So what's in it again?

1 1/2 cups of frozen mixed berries (I use the Publix brand)
1 cup yogurt (I use greek for added protein but any yogurt is fine)
3/4 cup fresh spinach

*you may use fresh berries but I find that the frozen texture adds to the smoothie.

Directions

1. Add everything to the blender and mix.

2. If you like a sweeter smoothie you can always add sugar, stevia, or agave nectar.