Jumpstart your day with this scrumptious and revitalising green smoothie! Brimming with nutrient-dense ingredients, this elixir is crafted to boost your energy levels and keep you feeling satiated and content. Whether you’re in need of a swift breakfast option or a wholesome snack, this smoothie is ideal for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 60g fresh spinach
- 1 small banana
- 1 small green apple
- 1 orange
- 15g chia seeds
- 375ml oat milk (or almond milk)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Peel the banana and slice it into chunks.
- Peel the orange by hand or using a knife, then divide it into segments.
- Wash the apple, remove the core, but retain the skin.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Place all the ingredients (spinach, banana, apple, orange, chia seeds, and oat milk) in a high-speed blender.
- Blitz for 1-2 minutes until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Adjust Consistency:
- Sample the smoothie and add more oat milk if it’s too thick for your liking.
- Serve:
- Pour the smoothie into a glass, bottle, or mason jar.
- Enjoy straightaway, or store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Tips
- No Added Sweeteners: Avoid incorporating refined sugars. The natural sweetness from the fruits should suffice. You can add more bananas or a few pitted dates if you have a sweet tooth.
- Use Ripe Fruits: Riper fruits will make your smoothie sweeter and more flavoursome.
- Perfect Green Colour: Stick to yellow and green fruits to maintain a vibrant green hue. Darker fruits like blueberries might alter the colour but will still taste delicious.
- Blend Thoroughly: Ensure you blitz for at least 60 seconds to avoid finding bits of greens in your smoothie.
Additional Boosters
- Superfoods: For extra nutrients, add 5g of superfoods like flax seeds, bee pollen, or maca powder.
- Healthy Fats: For added nutrition and healthy fats, incorporate a handful of nuts or a tablespoon of nut butter.
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different greens (like kale or Swiss chard) and fruits (like mango or pineapple) to suit your palate.
Savour this invigorating green smoothie as a refreshing start to your day or a revitalising midday pick-me-up! It’s delectable and packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to keep you feeling tip-top. Here’s to good health and boundless energy!
