Mean Green Smoothie: Holiday Detox Drink
Green smoothie: blend this bright, nutrient-packed tropical detox drink in minutes. Perfect for a refreshing start or post-holiday cleanse.
Ingredients
- 1 small-medium banana, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup fresh or mango chunks
- 1 cup kale (baby kale recommended)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon spirulina powder
- 3/4 cup orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure the banana is peeled and sliced.
- Place the banana, pineapple chunks, mango chunks, kale, chia seeds, spirulina powder, and orange juice into a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Add more orange juice or coconut milk if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Pour the blended smoothie into a serving glass and sprinkle the hemp seeds evenly over the top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mean Green Smoothie!
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Notes
- For an extra cold smoothie, use frozen banana and pineapple.
- If your smoothie is too thick, add a splash more orange juice or water until desired consistency is reached.
- To boost protein further, add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- If your smoothie is too thick, add a splash more orange juice or water until desired consistency is reached.
- To boost protein further, add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.