How to Make a Healthy Breakfast Shake

For a healthy start to your day, avoid those toaster pastries and opt for a quick and nutritious breakfast shake. This recipe makes one very generous shake and packs about 15 grams of protein.

Things You'll Need

• 5 oz. milk
• 2 scoops low-fat vanilla ice cream
• 1 large bananas
• 1 large eggs
• 1/4 c. wheat germ
• blenders
• drinking glasses
• 2 ice cubes
• Blenders
• Drinking Glasses

Instructions

1. Put banana, low-fat ice cream, milk, egg, wheat germ and ice cubes in a blender.

2. Cover and blend on Low until ingredients are mixed.

3. Blend on High for 30 seconds or until the shake is smooth.

4. Pour into a glass and enjoy.

Tips & Warnings

• If desired, omit the egg or add 1/2 c. fresh berries, peaches or another fruit.

• Add 1 tbsp. brewer's yeast for extra protein.

• Although the risk is relatively small, raw eggs can cause salmonella poisoning. Elderly people, pregnant women and small children are particularly vulnerable to salmonella.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish