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How to Make Green Smoothies (for Beginners!)
Want to try green smoothies but don't know where to start? This simple guide takes you from zero to deliciously green in just 5 minutes!
Course
Beverages (Non-Alcoholic), Breakfasts, Smoothies
Cuisine
American
Keyword
green smoothie
Diet
Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian
Occasion
St. Patrick's Day
Time
15 minutes or less, 30 minutes or less, 45 minutes or less
Prep Time
5
minutes
Total Time
5
minutes
Servings
2
smoothies
Calories
202
kcal
Author
Sarah Bond
Ingredients
1
cup
liquid
milk or juice
1
cup
leafy greens
spinach or kale
½
cup
creamy base
1 banana or ½ cup plain yogurt
1
cup
fruit
today that’s 1 kiwi and 1 pear
1
Tbsp
optional superfood topping
chia, flax, or hemp seeds
1
tsp
optional flavor enhancer
cinnamon, vanilla, honey
Instructions
Combine liquid and greens in a blender until smooth.
Add the rest of your ingredients and continue blending until smooth.
Nutrition
Serving:
1
smoothie
|
Calories:
202
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
41.7
g
|
Protein:
6.2
g
|
Fat:
3.3
g
|
Cholesterol:
10
mg
|
Sodium:
73
mg
|
Fiber:
6.3
g