Description
A refreshing detox smoothie packed with nutritious ingredients to kickstart your health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup kale, stems removed
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1 green apple, cored and chopped
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 cup coconut water or filtered water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all your fresh ingredients and rinse the spinach and kale thoroughly under cold water.
- In a blender, combine the spinach, kale, cucumber, green apple, and avocado.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and grated ginger to the blender.
- Pour in the coconut water or filtered water, and add ice cubes if desired.
- Blend everything on high until smooth and creamy, adjusting the consistency with more water if needed.
- If desired, sprinkle in chia seeds for added texture and nutrition.
- Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh for maximum nutrient retention.
- Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on your taste preferences.
- For a sweeter smoothie, you can add a bit of honey or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Health
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Detox Smoothie, Healthy Drink, Green Smoothie, Refreshing Beverage