Green smoothies are all the rage….. in my kitchen. People always ask, “Will I taste the spinach??” The answer: NO! The key to any green smoothie is a balance of flavors.
Sweet: bananas, protein powder, vanilla, apples, carrots, peaches, mangos, pears
Tangy: lemon, Greek yogurt, berries, orange, lime, grapefruit
Spicy: ginger root, parsley, celery, cinnamon
As long as the smooth has a good balance of sweet, tangy and spicy flavors, the greens simply blend in without anyone noticing.
Shh…don’t tell my husband.
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Carrot Apple Ginger Green Smoothie
This smoothie has a good balance of sweet, tangy and spicy flavors.
Print Pin RatePrep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 280kcal
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 apple cored and cut large chunks
- 1 carrot grated
- 2 c spinach
- 2 scoops protein powder
- 1 c greek yogurt fat free
- 1/2 lemon peeled
- 1 piece raw ginger
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 tbs flax seed meal
- 1 tbs pysillium husk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Water to blend
- Ice optional
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high speed blender and puree until smooth.
Notes
Excellent source of Vitamins A and C, good source iron and calcium
Nutrition Facts
Carrot Apple Ginger Green Smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 22
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.4g 4%
Saturated Fat 0.4g 2%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 134mg 6%
Total Carbohydrates 42.2g 14%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g 36%
Protein 23.4g 47%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Aggie
I totally agree its about a good balance! This is my favorite juice combo!! I’ve never had it in smoothie form, need to try!
The Lemon Bowl
Isn’t ginger the best with fruit?? I prefer smoothies over juice – I love the added texture and of course the dietary fiber. I also love them nice and icy. :-)