Feeling sluggish or looking for a refreshing way to fuel your day? This Energising Green Smoothie is packed with anti-inflammatory goodness, bursting with natural vitamins and minerals to power your body and mind. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, this recipe combines the best of nature’s greens to cleanse, energise, and revitalise. Say goodbye to bloating and fatigue, and hello to a nutrient-packed smoothie that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Let’s blend!
Ingredients (Serves 2)
1 cup of fresh spinach
1 cup of fresh kale
1 ripe banana
1 green apple, cored
1/2 cucumber, chopped
A small piece of ginger (about 1 cm)
Juice of 1 lemon
1 cup of coconut water
1 tablespoon of chia seeds (optional)
Ice cubes to taste
Instructions
Wash and Prep: Rinse all ingredients thoroughly. Peel the banana and ginger for a smoother texture.
Chop and Load: Chop the green apple and cucumber into small pieces for easy blending.
Blend: Add all ingredients, including the spinach, kale, coconut water, and lemon juice, into a blender.
Customise Consistency: Blend until smooth. Add more coconut water if you prefer a thinner consistency.
Add Ice: Toss in ice cubes and blend again for a refreshing finish.
Serve: Pour into a glass, garnish with a sprinkle of chia seeds if desired, and enjoy immediately.
Pro Tip: For an added nutritional punch, let the chia seeds soak in the coconut water for a few minutes before blending.
Nutritional Benefits
Spinach and Kale: Rich in antioxidants and chlorophyll, these greens help fight inflammation and promote detoxification.
Banana: A natural energy booster packed with potassium, aiding muscle recovery and reducing cramping.
Ginger: Known for its anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, perfect for soothing the stomach.
Lemon: High in vitamin C to boost immunity and alkalise the body.
Coconut Water: Rehydrates and replenishes electrolytes, ideal for an active lifestyle.
Your Turn! 😍
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