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Green smoothie in a tall glass garnished with fresh vegetables
Refreshing and Nutritious Green Smoothie

Ultimate Green Glow Smoothie

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
The essence of green smoothies is breaking down plant cell walls. High-speed blender blades disrupt cellulose (which digestion struggles with), making micronutrients and chlorophyll biologically available. The fruit and lemon mask the raw green taste, allowing you to enjoy a large serving of leafy greens easily.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 1 servings
🔥 Calories 220 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • High-Speed Blender
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Tall Glass

Allergen Information

⚠️ Tree Nuts (Almond)

Instructions

1 ✓

Wash spinach and kale thoroughly. Remove the thick, woody stems from the kale.

Tip: Woody stems are fibrous and bitter, ruining the texture.
2 ✓

Core and chop the apple. Break the banana into chunks.

Tip: While apple skin is nutritious, it can make the drink gritty if your blender isn't powerful.
3 ✓

Place liquids and greens at the bottom of the blender.

Tip: Always start with liquid to create a vortex that pulls solids down.
4 ✓

Blend the greens and liquid first until you have a smooth 'green juice'.

Tip: Two-stage blending ensures no leafy chunks remain.
5 ✓

Add apple, banana, lemon juice, and ice, then blend on high until creamy.

Tip: The banana's pectin creates a creamy emulsion. Ice cools the blades, protecting vitamins.
6 ✓

Taste and serve immediately.

Tip: Oxidation starts instantly; lemon juice helps slow it down but doesn't stop it.

Recipe FAQ

Why isn't it smooth?
If your blender is weak, blend in two stages: first the greens and liquid until liquid, then add the fruit.
Can I keep it in the fridge?
Max 24 hours, but oxidation destroys vitamins (especially Vitamin C) quickly. Fresh is best.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
  • 1 cup Kale (ribs removed)
  • 1 whole Green Apple
  • 1 whole Ripe Banana
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 cup Cold Almond Milk (or water)
  • 4 cubes Ice