Chocolate Amazing Meal Avocado Smoothies
Did you all enjoy the first weekend of spring? I hope it was as beautiful by you as it was by me. Seriously, if this weather keeps up, I’m not going to get anything accomplished in the kitchen. #foodbloggerproblems
I took advantage of it for a little while today and spent some time with Coco in the backyard, enjoying the pretty new blooms. It was so relaxing and just what I needed to recharge for the busy week ahead.
So do you guys remember when I told you about my love for Amazing Grass a while back? Well the company was nice enough to reach out and send me a collection of samples to try and I instantly fell in love with their Chocolate Amazing Meal.
Just like the original Amazing Meal, it’s full of healthy protein and a host of superfoods to help keep you energized and feeling top notch.
Since Brandon and I had a hike planned Saturday morning, I thought it would be the perfect time to take advantage of using a few packets for a chocolate smoothie.
The powder tastes great mixed with vanilla almond milk but I decided to jazz it up a little by adding ice cubes, a few dates, and an avocado.
The idea to add avocado actually came from a reader who commented on my Vegan Raw Cacao Milkshakes. I can’t believe I didn’t think of it sooner because it gives it a nice silky texture and you can’t even taste it! It was the perfect hiking fuel.
I was happy that I managed to find a shorter {three mile} trail at Del Valle Regional Park so that we could bring miss Coco along for the fun. There wasn’t a lot of shade on this particular hike so we had to take lots of pit stops so that Coco didn’t overheat but the views were pretty impressive.
After that, we went home to clean up before going to Wente Vineyards (where we took our engagement photos) for a few appetizers and some wine on the patio.
There was actually a wedding taking place while we there which got us even more excited for next month.
Only three weeks left until we’re officially Mr. and Mrs.!
How exciting that your wedding is so soon!! Sounds like you had a lovely day and those pictures of your walk look amazing – what a beautiful part of the world you live in!
The views from your hikes are always so beautiful! I’m glad you were able to get out and enjoy the spring weather. I have been taking Bentley running with me and am starting to worry about him overheating or doing too much since I think he would just keep going and going past when he was really tired. Does cocoa act hot and tired or do you just give her breaks.
She acts hot and tired but I think it happens so often with her because she is almost 11 years old and her black coat makes it extra hot. Bentley’s a spring chicken so I’m sure he could handle a little more! :) But it always a good idea to give him breaks in case.
Your hike looks beautiful! and so does that restaurant! :)
That hike looks great! The wine and appetizers after doesn’t sound bad either.
Three more weeks!?! Wow, did that come up quickly, but how exciting!!!
Your hike looks amazing! Such gorgeous views!
That weather and that scenery look so gorgeous! I am so envious that you had to pit stop because there wasn’t any shade along the trail. What I wouldn’t give for some sunny weather right now!!! You guys are so lucky – and yay for Coco being able to join! :) Those views are just so amazing.. I would totally just live out there on the land if I didn’t care about showers and money and things. <<super shallow statement. :) YAY for seeing a wedding and for yours being so close! I can't even imagine how gorgeous yours will be! That's going to be my favorite blog post to read (if you share it here!). <3
love your pink pants. can’t wait for your wedding posts (i hope there will be some anyway)!
Three weeks?!? Your wedding is coming up SO fast! I am impressed that you are still posting – you must be out of your mind with excitement (and last minute to-dos)! This smoothie looks fantastic – I also did some experimentation with chocolate and avocado this weekend, and it’s a surprisingly great combo! Yum :)
I can’t believe its only three weeks away!!! How exciting, I seriously cannot wait to see all of the beautiful pictures and hear about your wedding!
Ahhh only three weeks left! I can’t wait to hear all about your wedding when it comes. That hike looks gorgeous and I’m totally jealous of all your views, plus that Coco was able to hang with you guys! Bella doesn’t last too long haha.
What a beautiful place to hike!
such stunning photos! And such an exciting time in your lives – enjoy every moment.
Aw, thank you! :)
The weather has been so gorgeous lately!!! Gah, I’m loving it! So glad you guys got in some outdoor time this weekend. I have been meaning to hike or bike Diablo for a million years and it still hasn’t happened. One day soon! Love this choco avo smoothie with all my heart. La-de-dooove!
Less than a month! Where has time flew?! I hope you share your wedding details with us after you come back from honeymooning (btw, where will that be?)!
I will most definitely share the wedding details! :)
We’re going to Maui and I can’t.freakin.wait.
Oh, beautiful scenery! You two guys are so nice together. I can feel the excitement for the approaching wedding.
Lovely lovely photos my dear! This smoothie sounds fantastic too!!
Only three weeks until the wedding? Ahh I’m so excited for you guys! Hope you have the most wonderful time ever :”)
These amazing meal packets sound so interesting. I’m dying to know more about them! xx
Those photos are absolutely gorgeous. I want to follow in your exact footsteps and take that very hike, starting with that delicious sounding smoothie and ending with wine on the patio of a vineyard! I’m a huge fan of visiting vineyards and would love to live near one, but alas…nyc :)
How exciting that your wedding is in three weeks!!
Hiking, wineries, smoothies…this sounds like the perfect day to me! Excited for you that your wedding is coming up SO SOON!!! I’d love to meet up for a hiking date sometime after your blissful wedding day happens and you have a bit more free time :)
Absolutely, we will definitely have to meet up soon!! :)
Awe congrats on the wedding! And that smoothie looks amazing! I want to pull it out of my computer!