Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- â–¢2 cups spinach* frozen
- â–¢1 medium banana frozen
- â–¢1 cup fruit of choice**
- â–¢Optional add ins: protein powder bee pollen (collagen, etc.)
Instructions
- Put ingredients into the container of a Vitamix blender in the order listed.
- Start blending on low speed and increase to high.
- Blend on high speed for 50-60 seconds until mixture is smooth. Do NOT overblend.
- Pour into glasses and enjoy!
Notes
Equipment Recommendations –Use a Vitamix blender! Seriously – you don’t want chunks of spinach in your smoothie!Â
Silicone Freezer Trays With Lids
– Save yourself some prep work – chop up your frozen fruit and spinach and freeze! I LOVE these.Â
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Best Green Smoothie Add-ins
I started putting add-ins into my green smoothie recipes when my third baby was born. I was finding it harder and harder to make it through the day without feeling completely drained. A few scoops of nutritional boosters gave me increased energy throughout the day and made the green smoothies taste even better! So here are some of my suggestions!Â
- Protein Powder – this is my favorite plant-based, whey-free protein powder in vanilla and chocolate.Â
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Manukora Raw Manuka Honey! specifically – THIS honey -Manuka honey has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefits
- Collagen Powder – a neutral-tasting protein boost! Also good for gut health!
- Maca -for increased fertility and hormone balance.
- Chia Seeds – added protein without powders.
- Ground Flaxseed – a dose of Omega 3s!
- Bee Pollen – boosts immunity.Â
- Acai Berry powder – antioxidants!Â
- Raw cacao nibs – a healthy way to add a little chocolate!
- Nuts or seedsÂ
- Coconut Oil – increases metabolism, keeps you full for longer! Also, great for baking!
- Cinnamon – anti-inflammatory and delicious!
- Amazing Grass Green Superfood– great way to add even more greens!Â
- Category: lunch, Snack
- Cuisine: Organic, snacks