Smoothies

Dose of Greens Smoothie

by Julia Chan on January 3, 2024

This smoothie is a perfect blend of daily greens with a bonus of seeds and powerful superfoods. All ingredients complement each other perfectly adding key micronutrients into a creamy, subtly sweet, and nutritious green smoothie. This is my perfect dose of greens and a great start to my day! Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup filtered water
1 handful spinach

1 handful kale

6 slices cucumber

1/2 cup collard greens

1/2 cup broccoli

juice of 1 lime

1 inch chunk of fresh ginger

1/2 green apple

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon chia seeds

1 teaspoon flaxseed meal

1 teaspoon spirulina

1 teaspoon chlorella

DIRECTIONS:

Blend all greens, juice, powders, seeds, and ginger with water first. Then add fruit and blend until all ingredients are mixed well. Enjoy!

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Green Mojito Smoothie

by Julia Chan on December 18, 2023

Get a taste of the tropics while also getting your punch of protein, greens and healthy fat. A great way to start your day or enjoy right after your workout. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

2 scoops vanilla plant protein
1⁄2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1⁄2 cup filtered water
1 cup baby spinach
¼ avocado
¼ cup fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
juice of one lime
4 ice cubes

DIRECTIONS:

Blend all the ingredients and enjoy!

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Power Green Smoothie

by Julia Chan on December 18, 2023

This is a perfect blend of sweet, creamy, and delicious all while getting the nutrients your body needs. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins to help to support immune health, aid digestion and provide a natural energy boost, this has been my go to smoothie to break my fast or as a pre or post workout boost. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

½ frozen banana
½ cup mixed berries
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 handful of spinach or kale
1 cup filtered water
1″ slice of fresh ginger
2 scoops vanilla plant protein

DIRECTIONS:

Blend all the ingredients and enjoy!

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Green Pineapple Detox

by Lucy on December 13, 2023

We all fall into a rut during the holidays so if you’re looking to reset and start fresh, this great little “detox” drink is everything you need! Reduce inflammation and bloat with naturally hydrating foods like cucumber and pineapple. It’s the perfect feel-good drink that will rejuvenate your body right away. It’s also super refreshing and delicious. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup pineapple chunks
1 medium green apple
2 cups fresh spinach
¼ small cucumber
⅔ medium celery stalk
¼ medium lemon
1 inch chunk of ginger
1⁄2 cup water

DIRECTIONS:

Blend all the ingredients.

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