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Smoothies are the perfect way to get a quick meal that's packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor. Here you'll get fresh recipes for delicious green smoothies and learn how to make your own 2- ingredient protein powder.

Dena sipping pineapple protein smoothie

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · March 4, 2025 · Updated April 3, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Pineapple Protein Smoothie

This simple, 4- ingredient pineapple protein smoothie has 22 grams of protein, 10 grams of fiber, plus electrolytes and vitamin C. Super refreshing and perfect as the weather heats up! This has become my favorite pre-workout drink since it's a little higher carb than most smoothies I make, … [Read more...] about Pineapple Protein Smoothie

Recipes,  Smoothies electrolytes,  Fiber,  Pineapple,  protein,  Workout

holding glass with pineapple whip, topped with pineapple wedge

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · February 24, 2025 · Leave a Comment

Pineapple Whip (high protein)

A grown up version of the beloved Dole whip with more protein and less sugar. Healthy, 5 min blender recipe with just four simple ingredients! I'm all about the quick and easy proteins these days, so smoothies are an obvious win. I have so many favorites like this silky smooth chocolate … [Read more...] about Pineapple Whip (high protein)

Recipes,  Smoothies Fruit,  high protein,  Pineapple,  Smoothie

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · January 7, 2020 · Updated June 16, 2022 · 55 Comments

Orange Pineapple Green Smoothie

This dairy free orange pineapple green smoothie is a super quick and easy smoothie. It's thick, zingy, and packed with flavor, and it's made with only 3 ingredients. It's a healthy, wholesome and fun way to start the day with minimal clean up. A Fresh Start Whether it's New Years, Back to … [Read more...] about Orange Pineapple Green Smoothie

Breakfast,  Dairy Free,  Recipes,  Smoothies Green Smoothie,  orange,  Pineapple,  Spinach

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · August 20, 2019 · Updated May 5, 2025 · 56 Comments

Chocolate Protein Shake for Healthy Skin

A healthy chocolate protein shake that tastes like a milkshake! So unbelievably creamy, you'd never know it's good for you. High protein with collagen and raw cacao powder for healthy skin.  Where do I even start with this one... It's my favorite smoothie/protein shake of all time and, how could it … [Read more...] about Chocolate Protein Shake for Healthy Skin

Breakfast,  Recipes,  Skin Health,  Smoothies Chocolate,  milkshake,  shake,  Skin

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · February 12, 2019 · Updated June 16, 2022 · 43 Comments

Creamy Strawberry Beet Smoothie (Dairy Free)

This gorgeous strawberry beet smoothie has only 5 real food ingredients - strawberries, beets, dates, coconut milk, and collagen. It's a fast and easy way to get some antioxidants, protein, and gut healthy collagen into your day! Dairy free. Who loves beets?  I don't actually, but I … [Read more...] about Creamy Strawberry Beet Smoothie (Dairy Free)

Recipes,  Smoothies antioxidants,  Beets,  Breakfast,  collagen,  protein,  Strawberries

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · November 2, 2015 · Updated May 24, 2018 · 36 Comments

3 Ways to Eat Liver Without Tasting It

  We all know liver's good for us, but not many love its distinct texture and taste. If that's you, you've got to try these three tested ways to sneak liver into your food without anyone noticing...not even your kids!   Why Eat Liver Liver is one of the most nutrient dense foods on … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Eat Liver Without Tasting It

Dinner,  Kids Health,  Recipes,  Smoothies Chicken,  chili,  Kids,  liver,  meatballs,  smoothies,  spaghetti,  superfood,  Vitamin A

Fight off colds and flu with this easy, kid-approved Immune Boosting Elderberry Green Smoothie | Back To The Book Nutrition

By Dena Norton, MS, RD · May 11, 2015 · Updated May 24, 2018 · 26 Comments

Immune Boosting Elderberry Green Smoothie

  We've had a fairly healthy year so far, with only a handful of viral colds. We're certain that my homemade elderberry syrup ("Mombucus" ) helps us get over colds and flu much faster (the science agrees, by the way), so we keep it flowing all winter long! Fortunately, my kids enjoy … [Read more...] about Immune Boosting Elderberry Green Smoothie

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