Detox Green Smoothie Spinach (Print Version)
Refreshing blend of spinach, ginger, tropical fruits providing a natural energy boost and wholesome nourishment.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Greens
01 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed and stems removed
→ Fruits
02 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
03 - 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
04 - 1 green apple, cored and chopped
→ Liquid
05 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut water (or filtered water)
→ Flavor & Boosters
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
07 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
→ Ice
09 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)
# Steps:
01 - Add the spinach, banana, pineapple, green apple, ginger, lemon juice, and chia seeds (if using) to a high-speed blender.
02 - Pour in the coconut water and add ice cubes if desired.
03 - Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more pineapple or a drizzle of honey/maple syrup if desired.
05 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The ginger gives you this gentle wake up call without the caffeine jitters
- You can taste the pineapple sunshine but the greens keep you grounded
02 -
- The ginger flavor gets stronger overnight, so drink this fresh
- If your blender struggles, add the coconut water gradually while it is running
03 -
- Peel your ginger with a spoon instead of a vegetable peeter, it is so much faster and wastes less
- Buy frozen pineapple when it is on sale and keep extra bags in your freezer