The Eastern Cross/Fasting recipes/Fruit and Oat Smoothie
Everyday · Drink
Fruit and Oat Smoothie
Quick breakfast in a glass
Any fast dayPrep 5 minNo cookingServes 1
When to eat it. No oil, wine or fish, so it fits even the strict weekdays of Lent.
Ingredients
Method
- Put everything in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Add more milk if too thick.
- Drink straight away.
Tip. Peanut butter adds protein. Nuts are fine on any fast day.
Fasting customs differ between churches and parishes. When in doubt, follow what your priest gives you. Not sure what today allows? Check the Orthodox calendar.
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