The Super Smart Smoothie Trick We Wish We’d Known About Sooner

Breakfast may or may not be the most important meal of the day, but what we can confirm is that breakfast is a great time to start your day off on a nutritious note. Protein-packed options like eggs and Greek yogurt are always a good bet, but maybe you're one of those folks who likes to start your day with a smoothie.

What if we told you that you could add a nutrition superstar into your morning smoothie that would power it up while being virtually undetectable? Enter frozen cauliflower. That's right, the unassuming veggie has been all over Reddit and is about to up your smoothie game in a major way.

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Why You Should Add Frozen Cauliflower to Smoothies

Adding frozen cauliflower to your smoothies might sound like a wild idea, but hear us out. Frozen cauliflower is a pretty smart smoothie addition because it's essentially a stand-in for ice. The frozen veggie will help make your smoothie super creamy while preventing the watered-down flavor or texture that ice can sometimes add.

And of course, frozen cauliflower is packed with good-for-you stuff. According to The Mayo Clinic, cauliflower is high in vitamins K and C and is a good source of folate. A one-cup serving has 25 calories, 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of dietary fiber.

The frozen cauliflower will thicken up your drink, making it creamy and satisfying. And unlike a frozen banana that can overshadow your favorite fruits in a smoothie, you can hardly taste frozen cauliflower. Plus, you’ll be getting a stealthy dose of vitamins and antioxidants without even trying.

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How to Add Frozen Cauliflower to Smoothies

Here's how to make your smoothie with this superfood: Make your favorite protein shake or smoothie, but add in about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of frozen cauliflower florets before blending. Some cauliflower converts online say they use straight frozen cauliflower while others prefer to use steamed and then frozen cauliflower because they say it's easier to digest. You might want to try both to see which one works better for you. Your taste buds won’t know what hit them, but your body will thank you.

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