Drinking Green Smoothies

In the past few months, I've gotten into drinking green smoothies. They are tasty and packed with great nutrition.  For a detailed look, check out the video below.

A few months ago, I was feeling sluggish and knew I needed to do something about it and good nutrition seemed like the place to start.  I like fruit, but I've always had trouble getting the 5-9 servings recommended daily.  One batch of green smoothie provides the recommended fruits and vegetable, so any additional ones you eat are just an added bonus!

The key to making a good green smoothie is to blend the liquid and greens first.

Then add the fruit and blend again until smooth. 

Here's the basic recipe:
2 cups of greens (spinach, kale, or other mild green)
1 1/2 cups water (or coconut milk or coconut water)
Blend.
3 fruits (such as a banana, an orange, and a cup of frozen strawberries)
Blend again.

You can add chia seeds or flaxseeds, if you want.  For a thicker, more filling smoothie, you can add a 1/4 of nuts and a 1/2 cup of raw oatmeal.

I like to make several batches and freeze them in mason jars.  Pull a jar out of the freezer the day before and thaw it in the fridge!

Here are some websites that have great information and recipes:

Simple Green Smoothies

Green Thickies

Your Guide for Making the Perfect Green Smoothie Every Time

The Glowing Green Smoothie Recipe

Green Smoothie Girl

Drink up!


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