Mother’s Day is coming up and what better way to celebrate than with a special breakfast or brunch. Today we are sharing a recipe from Eating for Pregnancy.

Supergreen Drink

Vitamins A, C, and K, and folate enhance your baby’s cell, brain, nervous system, and bone development, plus vitamin C boosts your immunity.

Bursting with vitamins and antioxidants, this green drink is an ideal way to start the day. Use any combination of fruits and/or vegetables. Some popular vegetables and greens include cucumbers, celery, avocado, baby spinach, and kale. Protein powders and powdered milk will give you extra nutrition. Don’t worry about making too much green drink. It’s delish the next day. Give it a stir and you’re good to go.

2 SERVINGS; MAKES 2 CUPS

1 medium-size banana, fresh or frozen

1 small apple, cored and quartered

2 cups packed baby spinach

1 cup orange juice or water

Ice cubes

FLAVOR AND NUTRITION BOOSTERS

Fresh mint or basil leaves

Peeled fresh ginger

Protein powder

Chia seeds

Ground flaxseeds

Directions: Combine all the ingredients in a blender, adding your choice of flavor and nutrition boosters to taste, and mix on high speed until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water. Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.

Tips for diabetes

Reduce your portion size, or skip this recipe.
Omit the banana to reduce the amount of carbs.

1 green drink (without any flavor and nutrition boosters): Calories: 163 cals; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 40 g; Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 26 mg; Vitamin A: 3,148 IU, Vitamin C: 80 mg; Vitamin K: 147 mcg; Folate: 110 mcg; Manganese: 0.5 mg; 21/2 CARBS

Written by specialists in perinatal nutrition, OB/GYN, and high-risk pregnancies, EATING FOR PREGNANCY is the ultimate nutrition guide and cookbook for moms-to-be.

Every pregnant woman understands that what she eats and drinks affects the baby growing within her, but many don’t have the time or energy to ensure they’re always eating right. EATING FOR PREGNANCY walks readers through pregnancy month-by-month to cover developmental highlights, body changes, and nutritional needs of the mother and baby. Each chapter shares delicious, healthful recipes that put a special emphasis on the nutrients that mother and baby need that month, during preconception, the nine months of pregnancy, and the postpartum period. Each of the 150 recipes highlights optimal nutrients for mom and her growing baby, and provides handy nutritional breakdowns and complete meal ideas.