Green Smoothie Cleanse Recipe
This Green Smoothie Cleanse combines nutrient-packed greens, fruits, and a bit of protein to cleanse and energize. It’s your detox companion in a glass.
Ingredients
- Spinach fresh or frozen: 1 cup
- Kale fresh or frozen: 1/2 cup
- Cucumber peeled: 1/4
- Green apple sliced: 1/2
- Banana: 1/2
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Ginger fresh or powdered: 1/2 inch or 1/4 tsp
- Almond milk: 1/2 cup
- Protein powder optional: 1 scoop
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Peel the cucumber, slice the apple and banana, and measure the greens.
- Blend it up: Add spinach, kale, cucumber, apple, banana, lemon juice, ginger, almond milk, and protein powder to your blender.
- Blend until smooth: Process until everything is fully combined and creamy.
- Serve and enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a glass, and pretend you’re having the healthiest day ever.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 35%
- Vitamin C: 50%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 15%
- Magnesium: 12%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Want a thicker texture? Add some avocado or frozen pineapple.
- Not a fan of kale? Try adding celery or lettuce.
- For extra energy, swap almond milk for coconut water.