Sweet Lavender Lemonade Shake

The recipe makes 1 serving.

Ingredients:

2 scoops HLTH Code Vanilla
½ tsp culinary-grade dried lavender buds
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
¾ cup cold water
1 Tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
1 tsp monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
4-5 ice cubes
Pinch of sea salt (optional)

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over low heat – don’t let it boil. Add the dried lavender buds, stir, and steep for 5-7 minutes.

Strain the lavender out and allow the milk to cool completely.

Add the infused almond milk, water, HLTH Code Vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest (if using), sweetener, salt, and ice to a blender.

Blend until smooth, creamy, and frothy – about 30-45 seconds.

Pour into a chilled glass.

Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender or lemon slices.

 

Nutritional breakdown per serving. Recipe makes 1 serving.

439 Calories
28g Protein
29g Fat
10g Fiber
21g Total Carbs
8g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.