Black Cherry Recovery

Did you train hard or race this weekend? If so, the ingredients in this smoothie bowl might be exactly what you need. Several studies have shown that tart cherries may be beneficial for recovery. This smoothie bowl will make for a great post workout dessert. If you are a lover of Cherry Garcia ice cream, you will surely love this smoothie bowl.

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Ingredients:

• 2 cups of frozen tart cherries

• 1 date

• 1 cup of spinach

• 1/2 cup of soy milk

• 2 tablespoons of cacao powder

• 1 tablespoon of cashew or almond butter

• optional: add 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder
  

Instructions:

1. Blend ingredients together. Add more soy milk if you want a thinner smoothie.

2. Top smoothie bowl with your favorite toppings. Some great toppings ideas: coconut shreds, chocolate chunks, chia seeds, flax seeds, or almonds.