Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale leaves, packed
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon or lime
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
- Optional: 1/2 green apple, cored and chopped for sweetness
Instructions:
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash the spinach or kale leaves thoroughly. Peel and chop the cucumber and celery into smaller pieces. Peel the ginger and cut it into smaller chunks.
- Blend: In a blender, combine the spinach or kale, cucumber, celery, lemon or lime juice, ginger, and coconut water. If using, add the optional green apple and chia seeds or flaxseeds for added sweetness and fiber.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add more coconut water or water to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Pour the green detox smoothie into glasses and garnish with a slice of lemon or lime, if desired. Enjoy immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Tips:
- Feel free to customize this smoothie based on your preferences. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste buds. For a sweeter smoothie, add more fruit like green apple or pineapple.
- To make the smoothie even more filling, you can add a scoop of plant-based protein powder or a handful of nuts or seeds.
- If you prefer a colder smoothie, you can add a few ice cubes to the blender before blending.
This green detox smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to help support your body’s natural detoxification processes and keep you feeling energized and refreshed. Incorporate it into your regular routine for a nutritious and delicious way to boost your health and well-being.
Recipes from the book “The Raw Food Edge”
