Green Detox Smoothie
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1
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Calories
272 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Green Detox Smoothie
Description
This smoothie features a blend of romaine lettuce and baby spinach providing a mild green base. The addition of banana and apple contributes natural sweetness and creamy texture, while fresh lemon and ginger add bright, tangy, and slightly spicy notes. Fresh mint leaves bring a cooling herbal element. Chia seeds incorporated into the mix add a slight nutritional boost and a subtle thickening effect once hydrated.
The smoothie is prepared by blending the water and greens first to break down the fibrous leaves, then adding the fruit, ginger, mint, and chia seeds for thorough blending to a smooth consistency. It results in a hydrating drink with fresh, balanced flavors that can support a morning or midday refreshment.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water cold
- 1 romaine lettuce heart full
- 1-2 ounces baby spinach
- 1 banana chopped, frozen
- ½ pink lady apple or Fuji apple
- ½ lemon peel removed
- 1 knob ginger fresh, about 1 inch
- 4-5 leaves mint fresh
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Place water, romaine and spinach into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the lemon, banana, apple, ginger, mint and chia seeds. Blend on high until banana has been completely pureed and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 272kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Sodium | 75mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 1214mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 16g | 64% |
| Sugar | 33g | 66% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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