Green Detox Smoothie (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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2 cups firmly packed spinach
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1 cup coconut water or plain water
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1 ripe frozen banana, peeled and sliced
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1 green apple, cored
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½ cucumber
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½ lemon, peel and pith removed
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½ inch piece of fresh ginger (optional)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Add the spinach, coconut water, banana, apple, cucumber, lemon, and ginger to your blender. Blend on high until everything is smooth and creamy.
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Taste and adjust if necessary. For additional sweetness, add a little honey, agave nectar, or another ripe banana. If too thick, add more liquid.
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Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately.
# Helpful Notes:
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Using frozen bananas gives your smoothie a thick, ice cream-like consistency. Peel and slice bananas before freezing.
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When peeling lemon, remove all skin and white pith beneath as it can taste bitter.
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Feel free to customize with additional fruits like berries, mangoes, or peaches, or vegetables like kale, celery, or zucchini.
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For less powerful blenders, blend spinach and ginger with liquid first until smooth before adding remaining ingredients.
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Prepare smoothie packs in advance by portioning ingredients into freezer bags for quick morning preparation.