Hi there. Are you a smoothie love, just like me? Then this post will blow your mind.
Many years ago, I discovered the power of ‘Green Smoothies’ and I have been hooked ever since. I must admit, at first I didn’t like the taste because they lacked the sweet flavor fruit smoothies are so well known for. What went wrong… well, I just threw random vegetables into my blender and guess what, it wasn’t my cup of tea. And I bet, even if you’re a huge vegetable lover, you will make a funny face when taking your first sip too.
But then I came across some great recipes, combining the vegetables and fruits to one healthy ‘Green Smoothie’. Those smoothies are packed with healthy nutrients coming from the vegetables and fruits. The health benefits of green smoothies are numerous. But the most amazing thing, by adding fruits they don’t have that bitter or sour green taste. Delicious!
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4 Green Smoothie Recipes Worth A Try
#1 Must-Try Broccoli Smoothie
Eating broccoli is good for you! Broccoli provides lots of health benefits. It contains high levels of vitamins and dietary fibers. Some compounds found in broccoli have potent anticancer, antibacterial and antiviral benefits. It reduces the risk of heart diseases and prostate cancer. Broccoli is also known for its positive impact on our detoxification system and antioxidant benefits.
- 1 apple
- a handful of fresh broccoli
- 1 tomato
- 2 big carrots
- Add to your liking half or an entire peeled lemon or lime
Add all the ingredients to a blender and blend on high-speed. Add some water if having trouble to blend all ingredients or steam the vegetables shortly
FYI: Broccoli can also perfectly be combined with fruits such as kiwi, grapes, and bananas.
##2 Immune Boosting Green Smoothie
This is a great breakfast, lunch or snack idea to boost your immune system. Charge your immune system with lots of antioxidants and vitamins.
- 1 ½ cups water
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- A good handful of spinach
- 2-3 celery stalks
- 1 apple, cored and chopped
- 1 pear, cored and chopped
- 1 banana
- Juice of ½ lemon
- ⅓ bunch coriander (optional)
- ⅓ bunch parsley (optional)
Blend at low speed the water, chopped romaine lettuce, and spinach until smooth. Add celery, apple, and pear and mix at higher speed. Add the coriander and parsley if desired. Add the banana for a more creamy effect and the lemon juice. Mix until Smooth.
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#3 Apricot-Spinach-Carrot, To Improve Vision And Heart
Packed with lots of vitamins and beta-carotene, coming from the apricots and carrots, this smoothie will help you to improve your eyes and heart. Beta-carotene helps to protect LDL cholesterol from oxidation, which may help to prevent heart diseases. Vitamin A promotes a good vision and is one of those powerful antioxidants which quenches free radical damage to cells and tissues.
- 2 apricots
- 1 apple
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
- 2 whole carrots, cut into pieces
- ½ cup water
Add all ingredients in a blender. Cover and mix until smooth. (add more water when having problems to blend the hard carrots)
#4 Green Power Smoothie
Discover this tasty, power smoothie packed with vitamins and antioxidants to keep your body in top form. Be amazed by its great flavor coming from the leafy greens in combination with the delicious blueberries.
- 3 stalks of kale, only the leaves
- 3 leaves of Cos lettuce
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 small frozen banana
- A small handful of blueberries or goji berries
- 1 teaspoon hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon bee pollen
- 1 teaspoon maca powder
- 1 teaspoon spirulina
Place all ingredients in a blender. Mix until smooth.
Incredible, isn’t it? Those smoothies contain much of your daily need of vegetables and fruits in one glass! Everyone has a different taste, so try some combinations and let the flavors surprise you! Don’t forget to Download my FREE green smoothie eBook HERE!
Do you have other ‘Green Smoothie’ recipes we should try or want to share your experiences with us? Please leave a comment below.
Thanks for reading. I hope this information was helpful. Until next time!
Amy Goodrich
Crazy cat lady, life and food lover, certified biologist, and holistic health coach.
