A few friends have asked what type of smoothie I drink before a long ride. I found this one in The Ultimate Smoothie Book and modified by adding ice. It has 31.1g carbohydrates and I love it! I usually drink it with peanut butter and banana toast and also lots of water on my way to a ride.
Carb Power Smoothie
Yields 2 servings
½ cup apple juice
½ cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (rinse if fresh)
1 cup frozen unsweetened peaches, sliced
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lecithin granules
½ teaspoon abscorbic acid (Vita min C powder)
½ teaspoon pure almond extract
Ice cubes (Sorry for a lack of measurement- I never measure these!)
Combine all ingredients and blend.
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