Summer Smoothies and Juices

Prep 10 min
Total 15 min
Ingredients 15
Servings 2

Smoothies and juices are very popular right now, but they’re more than a trend. They’re the perfect way to get your daily intake of necessary fruits and vegetables. Additionally, they make it easier to digest those nutrients. I would like to share one of my favorite smoothie recipes. It has the added benefit of being popular with the kids, it’s a great way to get them to eat their fruits and veggies! MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

cups water or 1 cup almond milk and 1 cup water/coconut water

kale leaves

leaves romaine lettuce

bunch fresh spinach, washed

frozen banana, in thick slices

pear, core removed

1/2

cup blueberries

tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

1/2

avocado

tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or flaxseed oil

Cinnamon powder, to taste (optional)

tablespoons almond butter

Maca, to taste (optional)

Raw chocolate powder, to taste (optional)

Dates, to taste (optional)

Directions

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In a blender, add water (or water and milk) and the rest of the ingredients. Blend until you have a soft homogenous mixture. Add more water or milk if you need to adjust the consistency. Serve with a few pieces of chocolate or shredded coconut as garnish.

Expert Tips

Use fresh and organic products.
Use frozen fruits to give the smoothie an ice cream texture.
Use Greek yogurt instead of almond or coconut milk.
For a super nutritious smoothie, don’t process the ingredients for more than 90 seconds.

Nutrition Information

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More About This Recipe

Smoothies and juices are very popular right now, but they’re more than a trend. They’re the perfect way to get your daily intake of necessary fruits and vegetables. Additionally, they make it easier to digest those nutrients. I would like to share one of my favorite smoothie recipes. It has the added benefit of being popular with the kids, it’s a great way to get them to eat their fruits and veggies!