Detox Green Smoothie Spinach (Printable)
Fresh spinach, ginger, and tropical fruits combined for a refreshing, nutrient-rich green blend.
# Ingredient List:
→ Greens
01 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, washed with stems removed
→ Fruits
02 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
03 - 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
04 - 1 green apple, cored and chopped
→ Liquid
05 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut water or filtered water
→ Flavor & Boosters
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
07 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
→ Ice
09 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)
# How to Make:
01 - Place spinach, banana, pineapple, green apple, ginger, lemon juice, and chia seeds if using into a high-speed blender pitcher.
02 - Pour coconut water over the ingredients and add ice cubes if a colder temperature is preferred.
03 - Blend on high setting for approximately 1 minute until completely smooth and creamy, with no visible leafy pieces.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by incorporating more pineapple or a small amount of honey or maple syrup if desired. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The ginger and lemon combination acts like a gentle wake up call for your digestion and energy levels without the afternoon crash
- You can prep everything in batches and keep portions in the freezer for instant weekday breakfasts
02 -
- Over-blending can actually warm up your smoothie, so pulse in short bursts if your blender starts getting hot
- Frozen pineapple makes a huge difference in texture compared to fresh, so stock up when it's on sale
03 -
- Invest in a good blender because cheap ones leave spinach chunks that ruin the drinking experience
- Freeze your bananas when they start spotting so you always have smoothie-ready ones on hand