Green Detox Smoothie
Spinach, cucumber, green apple and lemon with a little ginger and chia. Mild enough for your first green smoothie, good enough to keep making it.
Why this smoothie works
- 8g fiber supports regular digestion
- High water content from cucumber for hydration
- Folate, vitamin K and magnesium from spinach
Ingredients
1 serving- 2 cupsbaby spinach
- 1/2cucumber, roughly chopped
- 1green apple, cored
- 1/2lemon, juiced
- 1 tspfresh ginger
- 1 tbspchia seeds
- 1 cupcold water
- 1/2 cupice
Step-by-step instructions
- 1
Add water, spinach and cucumber. Blend 30 seconds.
- 2
Add apple, lemon, ginger, chia and ice. Blend 45 seconds until smooth.
- 3
Drink right away or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
Pro tips
- Add 1/2 cup Greek yogurt to turn it into a full breakfast.
- Swap half the apple for pear if you prefer it sweeter.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but kale is stronger. Start with half kale, half spinach and remove the tough stems.
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