Toasted Oat and Pecan Smoothie

Pecans are definitely the star of this healthy drink. Oat fill in the fiber along with bananas and delicious ingredients. Starting your day with a plant protein is one of the best ways to get your engine running.

INGREDIENTS

1 cup raw pecan halves

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

1 cup almond or cashew milk*

1 cup whole Greek yogurt*

2 bananas, cut into slices and frozen

3 tablespoons maple syrup

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of kosher salt

Grated nutmeg, for topping (optional)

Pecan pieces or pecan halves, chopped (optional)

METHOD

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F. Place oats and pecan halves on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake in the oven, stirring occasionally, until toasted and fragrant (12 to 15 minutes).  Let cool completely.

Add toasted oats and pecans to a blender, and blend until finely ground. Add milk, yogurt, frozen bananas, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla and a pinch of salt, then blend until smooth. Divide between 2 glasses and top with grated nutmeg and pecan pieces or pecan halves, chopped if using. Enjoy immediately.

Recipe Notes:

You may use lighter milk and yogurt if desired here.
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