Pineapple-Citrus Green Smoothie
2 servings
2 servings
Start your day off strong with a green smoothie!
If using a plant-based protein powder, be sure to pick one that is gluten and/or nut free if you have an allergy.
Makes 2 Servings
Combine the spinach, pineapple, cucumber, lemon, banana, and water in a blender, along with any optional add-ins. Puree until very smooth, adding more water as needed to puree. Taste, and if you’d like it sweeter, add sweetener of choice. Reserve extra ingredients for future use.
Spinach Note: Kale or collard greens can easily be substituted for the spinach, though they have a much stronger flavor than spinach. If you are new to green smoothies, start with just a cup of kale or collards, and then adjust to taste as you go.
Banana Note: Use overripe (freckled) bananas. Not only are they more digestible, they also offer a great deal of natural sweetness. If the bananas aren’t particularly overripe, you may want to add a touch of maple syrup to sweeten the smoothie.
Per serving
Calories: 152
Protein: 3 g
Carbohydrate: 39 g
Sugar: 23 g
Total Fat: 1 g
Calories from Fat: 4%
Fiber: 6 g
Sodium: 33 mg
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