Italian LIMONCELLO Protein Smoothie

Italian Limoncello smoothie!? What is that? I know you’re thinking….Odd. Well Limoncello is a flavor that originates from southern Italy, and is actually a liquor that is made from lemon zest! Kind of cool. Whilst this midday smoothie isn’t crafted with real limoncello liquor, it has a similar vibe! And honestly, if you wanted to turn this into a cocktail, then add some of the real deal! They use this liquor to make all sorts of goodies in Italy, but one thing that I loved was this limoncello white chocolate. It was incredibly decadent in every way. My mom brought it home from Italy (for my husband).. Let’s just say, I’m not totally sure if he was able to even try a square of it because I totally claimed it all for my own! IT WAS SO GOOD! I have never attempted to make the limoncello liquor before, but I wanted to make a little midday pick-me- up treat today that was healthy and delicious and light! It feels like you’re drinking a lemon cloud!

You are going to love this! Its so different from anything you’ve ever put together in a smoothie… I am sure of it. But it is soo smooth, and has a sweet, sour, creamy, salty thing going on all at once. So beautiful! Close your eyes and imagine the streets of italy.. brought to you all in a simple cup in the comfort of your home.

The cottage cheese: Honestly, I know this is a bit odd! My college roommate was telling me that she started making homemade ice cream with it! It was so bizarre, I couldn’t help but give it a go! What I really love about it though is the high protein content and probiotics!

INGREDIENTS

4 Tablespoons Lemon Juice (1 Lemon)

1/4 teaspoon Lemon Zest

1/2 Cup Cottage Cheese

2 Cups Creamy Oat Milk

1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

2 Tablespoons Raw Honey or Maple Syrup

1 Teaspoon Collagen Powder

1 pinch Himalayan Salt

2 Tablespoons Vanilla Protein Powder (I used Orgain Organics)

1 Cup Ice

INSTRUCTIONS