Detox Green Smoothie
Kickstart your morning or power through the afternoon slump with this invigorating Detox Green Smoothie. Bursting with vibrant greens, creamy bananas, and zesty lemon, this smoothie is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients. Perfect for brunch or a quick snack, it’s an easy way to sneak in those veggies without anyone noticing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup frozen mango (optional)
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger (peeled)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- In a blender, combine the spinach, frozen banana, and optional mango.
- Add the coconut water and blend until smooth.
- Incorporate chia seeds, ginger, and lemon juice; blend again until well mixed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding honey or maple syrup.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a creamier texture, substitute spinach with kale or add avocado. Feel free to customize fruits based on availability—berries or peaches work great too.