Super Green Detox Smoothie

Lemonade Team
Aug 5, 2024
2 min read

This detox smoothie is packed with nutrients and loaded with ingredients known for their cleansing properties, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre, and can help support your body's natural detoxification processes.

Benefits of the Green Detox Smoothie

Spinach

Contains vitamins and antioxdants that protect you from chronic diseases and promote brain, heart, and eye health.

Ginger

Ginger is renowned for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help reduce muscle pain and improve overall immune function.

Chia seeds and flaxseeds

Chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants, which can support heart health, improve digestion, and provide sustained energy. Flaxseeds also offer a high dose of omega-3s and fiber, contributing to better cardiovascular health and aiding in digestive regularity.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh spinach
1 cucumber, chopped
1 green apple, cored and chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
Juice of 1 lemon
1 cup coconut water or filtered water
Optional: a handful of fresh mint leaves for added freshness

Instructions

1. Prepare Ingredients

Wash all the fruits and vegetables thoroughly. Core the apple and chop it into smaller pieces. Chop the cucumber and celery.

2. Blend

In a blender, combine the spinach, cucumber, apple, celery, grated ginger, chia seeds or flaxseeds, lemon juice, and coconut water or filtered water. Add the optional mint leaves for extra freshness.

3. Blend Until Smooth

Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add more water to reach your desired consistency.

4. Taste and Adjust

Taste the smoothie and adjust the flavour as needed. You can add more lemon juice for tanginess or ginger for a stronger kick.

5. Serve

Pour the detox green smoothie into glasses. You can garnish with a slice of cucumber or a sprig of mint if desired.

Enjoy!

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