Breakfast of Champions: Fuel Up Like an Elite Athlete With 3 Simple Recipes

This creamy chocolate-cherry smoothie is ultra packed with nutrients from powerhouse ingredients like kale, quinoa, and ginger. Cherries are excellent for muscle recovery, and the protein from quinoa and almond milk and butter will keep you full and fueled.

• 1 cup frozen cherries
• 1 cup fresh kale, chopped (loose)
• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1/3 cup cooked, chilled quinoa
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened non-Dutched cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh grated ginger root

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.