My apologies to every sugary cereal on the market, but we can’t see each other anymore. It’s not that I don’t love you still. I mean, what you do for the milk at the bottom of the bowl is spectacular! But I’ve found someone better.

You can keep seeing my kids, but it’s time for me to move on from this relationship.

Yes, I’m a recovering cereal addict, but I’ve found a new love. These days, I like to kick off my morning with a delicious smoothie for breakfast.

I’ve searched all over the Internet for smoothie recipes and there are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of different ideas. Some sound good and some sound disgusting, but of course to each his own.

I’ve experimented with several different recipes, including many of my own creations. But let me be clear, I’ve never tried to make a “green” smoothie, as I enjoy fruit smoothies more than veggie smoothies.

I have used dozens of different ingredients including just about every fruit you can think of. Apples, bananas, grapes, kiwi, watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, cherries, blueberries, pears, oranges and few others I’m sure I’m forgetting.

After much trial and, a few not-so-tasty errors, I have settled on the recipe that I like the most. So if you’re looking for yet another new smoothie recipe online, then give this a try. (This post contains affiliate links as noted in our Amazon Associates Disclosure in the right sidebar.)

The key to this smoothie is the protein powder: MusclePharm Combat Protein Powder, Cookies ‘N’ Cream flavor. MusclePharm did not sponsor this post but I’m sure I’ll sound just like a company spokesperson. In any case, this powder is THAT good!

I’ve also tried their chocolate milkshake flavor and it was fine. But this Cookies ‘N’ Cream flavor smells and tastes just like ice cream, and it only has 2 grams of sugar per serving. With this powder you can mask just about any flavor, meaning you can add almost anything you want to your smoothie.

So here is how I make my personal favorite smoothie. I used to have a Ninja blender. It was an older model hand-me-down, and although it was serviceable, it had its limitations and became frustrating to use. Because I make a smoothie essentially every day I decided I needed something better.

So I did my research, according to my budget, and purchased a refurbished Blendtec Total Blender Classic from Amazon for $200. It came with the same 7-year warranty as a new model so I figured what did I have to lose? I love this machine. It even obliterates chia seeds. That’s powerful!

The ingredients and the amounts you use can vary a little, but I make a larger portion for my breakfast, a smaller portion for lunch and an equally smaller portion for my evening snack. Overall my recipe makes about 800-1000 calories, which I split into a 50-25-25 percent serving ratio.

Here’s the ingredient list, and the order does matter a little, according to the Blendtec instructions. You should start with liquid ingredients, then dry and everything else, and lastly frozen items.

1/2 cup almond milk, any brand. You can replace with coconut, rice or combo drink

1/4 cup skim milk – not necessary but it’s cheaper than almond milk. I use it because I want my almond milk to last longer and a 1/2 cup of liquid is not enough.

These next several ingredients can go in any order:

1 apple, sliced of course

1/3 cup cantaloupe

1/2 avocado

1/3 cup cooked lentils. Make 2 cups dried lentils, then refrigerate. They last for 2 weeks

1 tablespoon of coconut oil or a little more if you like

1/2 tablespoon ground flax seed

1/2 tablespoon chia seeds

After all of these ingredients are in you can add the remaining items in this order:

2 cups mixed greens. I use the combo bag from Costco with spinach, kale, and chard.

1/3 cup dried oats

1 scoop MP Pro Combat Protein Powder Cookies ‘N’ Cream Flavor.

3/4 cup of frozen blueberries

I then mix it for 20 seconds till it turns into a runny, visually unappealing liquid. I know, great selling point, right? But it’s actually probably sweeter at this point than the finished product. I then start the blender again for a minute. With 49 seconds remaining, my Blendtec kicks into high gear.

That’s when I start adding ice. Because I like to spread my smoothie out over three servings, I add a lot of ice. This not only increases the total amount but it also makes it extra thick. I love thick smoothies.

If you prefer a more liquidy consistency and a sweeter flavor just use less ice but be aware the calories will be the same even if it makes a smaller total amount. If you’re going to split up your servings, like I do, then I strongly suggest putting the two smaller portions in the freezer, then thaw them to your desired consistency when you’re ready to eat.

It’s even possible to get nearly the exact same consistency as a DQ Blizzard, which is awesome! You can also make popsicles with it if you want. My daughter enjoys hers that way.

So that’s how I make my smoothie. I know some of those ingredients probably don’t sound too appealing. Lentils? Really? I know, right? I’m not a fan, but that’s the beauty of this protein powder. It can mask almost anything.

Everyone’s palate is different but my taste buds love this recipe. Plus, I get a good dose of protein, carbs, and healthy fats to start my day and a sweet, healthy treat at lunch; and again for an evening snack. It’s perfect!

Do you have an amazing smoothie recipe? Be sure to share it with us in the comments below.