Green Smoothie
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5
Green Smoothie
Description
The Green Smoothie is a nutrient-rich beverage blending kale leaves with apple slices and fresh mint leaves for a leafy, slightly sweet, and herbaceous taste. Frozen pineapple chunks and banana contribute tropical sweetness and creamy texture. Water is added to achieve a smooth consistency while lemon juice brightens the overall flavor with acidity. Flaxseed oil introduces a subtle, nutty dimension and potential healthful fats, while agave nectar provides additional sweetening. Fresh or pureed ginger adds a light spicy warmth. Ice cubes chill and thicken the drink for a refreshing experience.
All the ingredients are combined in a high-powered blender until smooth, ensuring the leafy greens and fibrous components are fully incorporated. This smoothie works as a wholesome drink for breakfast or a refreshing snack, especially for those aiming to increase their intake of greens and fruit.
The original recipe variations suggest additions like rolled oats, peanut butter, or protein powders for enhanced nutrition and texture, and substitutions for dairy or non-dairy liquids to suit dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 cup kale packed, large ribs removed, chopped
- 4 ounces apple about 1/2 of a medium apple, sliced
- 3 mint leaf fresh
- 1/4 cup pineapple frozen chunks
- ½ of a banana frozen
- ½ cup water
- 1/2 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 Tablespoon flax seed oil
- 1 teaspoon agave nectar
- ¾ teaspoon ginger or fresh minced ginger, pureed, refrigerated
- 4-6 ice cubes
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-power blender and blend until smooth.
Notes
- Add whole rolled oats to increase protein and fiber with a grainy texture.
- Add peanut butter for healthy fats and protein.
- Substitute greens like collard greens or a mix of kale and spinach for variety.
- Include protein powders, collagen peptides, or acai powder to boost nutrition.
- Make dairy-free by using soy or almond milk instead of yogurt.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 46mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 6851IU | 137% |
| Vitamin C | 74mg | 82% |
| Calcium | 193mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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