If you’ve recently visited a store to check out the selection of blenders you may have noticed the newest trend in foods that go round and round. Big bulky blenders are out, and smaller versions are in. There are all kinds of smoothie machines on the market and some are even combo machines that also serve as food processors, with just a switch of a few moving parts.

The beauty of this innovation is that you can now make single serve smoothies with ease. Not only is it more convenient (the mixing cups come with ring tops that allow you to drink right out of the cup), they are far more cost effective. You don’t have to use more ingredients that you need, so you won’t have to store any of the smoothie concoction in the fridge. Smoothies can potentially taste good the next day if you give them a second whirl in the blender, but it’s not nearly as bright and refreshing as when it slows to a stop after the first spin.

We have discovered just one obstacle to the enjoyment of this new technology. Most recipes aren’t portioned for just one serving. So, we created several for you! These particular smoothies all share one thing in common. They include nuts so you are sure to have some protein and healthy fat in your diet. Happy fruit spinning!

Pie Face

• 1 tbsp crushed pecans
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ginger powder
• ½ cup coconut water
• ½ apple cut into chunks with peel left on
• 1/3 cup peaches
• Whisper of sea salt

Berry Mango Delight

• 1 handful mixed blackberries, blueberries, raspberries
• 1/4 ripe diced mango
• ½ tbsp vanilla protein powder
• 5 cashews
• 1/2 cup coconut water OR almond or rice milk
• Whisper of sea salt

Fun with fiber

• Water OR brewed then cooled herbal tea (lemon, raspberry, green, etc.) OR coconut water to achieve your preferred consistency
• ¾ tbsp protein powder
• ¼ cup almonds or walnuts
• Almond or rice milk to cover the nuts in the bottom of the blender
• 1 packet raw sugar (Stevia if you prefer)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup blueberries/raspberries/blackberries & mangoes/papayas/peaches
• ½ small apple
• ½ small ripe pear