Green Detox Smoothie
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Equipment
- high-speed blender
- paring knife
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach - packed
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk - or water
- 1 medium green apple - cored and chopped
- ½ medium cucumber - peeled and chopped
- ½ inch piece of fresh ginger - peeled
- ½ frozen banana - optional for sweetness
- juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp chia seeds - optional
- 4 6 ice cubes
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients:
- Wash and chop the apple, cucumber, and ginger.
- Peel and slice the frozen banana (if using).
Blend:
- Add all ingredients to the blender in the following order: almond milk (or water), spinach, apple, cucumber, ginger, lemon juice, banana (optional), and ice.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more liquid.
Serve:
- Divide the smoothie between two glasses and serve immediately.
NUTRITION
Notes
Top Tips:
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add a small amount of honey, maple syrup, or another frozen banana.
- Boost Nutrition: Add a scoop of protein powder or a tablespoon of flaxseeds for an extra nutritional punch.
- Chill Ingredients: Use chilled ingredients or additional ice cubes for a refreshingly cold smoothie.
