Green Apple Super Smoothie!

Hello there! :) And happy Friday!

So... earlier this week, I did some reading & researching about 100 different popular dietary theories (for hours!). I am absolutely fascinated by everything I am learning at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition! ♥

Anyways, when reading about the Body Ecology Diet, I came across a delicious green smoothie recipe! I ended up adding dates for natural sweetness. It is my favorite green smoothie yet!!

If you want to whip up a green smoothie that is less "green" tasting than most, give this one a try! :) It's delightfully refreshing and calming, yet energizing!

Green Apple Super Smoothie
(makes 6 servings)  

Ingredients:

*1 granny smith apple

*4-5 stalks celery 

*2 cups romaine lettuce

*4 dates, pitted 
*½ large avocado 
*½ bunch cilantro or parsley

*3-4 cups filtered water

Directions:

Chop vegetables into 1 inch pieces for easy blending. Fill blender with 3-4 cups filtered water (more or less water depending on how thick you desire your shake). Add all ingredients into blender. Puree till smooth or desired consistency. Enjoy!

Do you have a favorite green smoothie recipe? I would love to try it! :)

And, are you doing anything exciting this weekend?

Decadent Chocolate Avocado Pudding!

Good morning! I hope you are having a great week so far!

I am excited... Jon and I are celebrating our 4 year anniversary today!! Disneyland, here we come!

But first, I wanted to share an amazingly delicious (vegan & gluten free!) chocolate treat with you...

I was in dessert heaven last night... ♥

Recipe:

• 1 medium avocado, mashed
• 3 tablespoons chocolate chips, melted
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• ¼ cup agave 

Combine ingredients in a blender and puree.

{Recipe inspired by: Vegan Era}

I think this is the best pudding I have ever tasted! I am in love. ♥

Speaking of love... Valentine's Day is right around the corner! Do you have any romantic dinners & desserts planned?