Detox Green Smoothie Ginger Lemon (Printable Version)
Vibrant smoothie with leafy greens, ginger, lemon, and creamy avocado for a fresh boost.
# What You Need:
→ Greens
01 - 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and loosely packed
02 - 1 cup kale leaves, stems removed and chopped
→ Fruits
03 - 1 medium green apple, cored and chopped
04 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
05 - ½ avocado
→ Liquid
06 - 1 cup cold coconut water or filtered water
07 - Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
→ Flavor & Boosters
08 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
11 - 4 to 6 ice cubes
# How to Make It:
01 - Place spinach, kale, apple, banana, avocado, coconut water, and lemon juice into a blender.
02 - Incorporate grated ginger, chia seeds if using, maple syrup or honey if desired, and ice cubes.
03 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
04 - Taste and modify sweetness or thickness by adding more liquid or sweetener if necessary.
05 - Pour the mixture into glasses and serve immediately for optimal freshness.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It wakes you up without jitters, just pure energy from real greens and fruit.
- The ginger and lemon make it taste alive, not like drinking lawn clippings.
- You can toss it together in under ten minutes and feel virtuous all morning.
02 -
- If your blender is not super powerful, blend the greens and liquid first, then add the rest or you will get chunks.
- Ginger can be intense, start with half the amount if you are not used to the heat and add more to taste.
- Drink this within an hour or the greens start to separate and the color fades to murky brown.
03 -
- Freeze your banana ahead of time for an even thicker, creamier blend without watering it down with extra ice.
- Use the pulse function first to break up the greens, then switch to high speed for a smoother finish.
- Always taste before serving, every apple and lemon is different so sweetness and tartness can vary wildly.