Green Smoothie with Spinach Avocado (Printable Version)
# What You Need:
→ Greens & Base
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1 cup fresh spinach, packed
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½ ripe avocado
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1 frozen banana
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1 cup unsweetened almond milk
→ Flavor & Nutrition Boosters
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½ green apple, chopped
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1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed
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1 tsp fresh lemon juice
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½ tsp grated ginger
→ Optional Toppings (if serving as a smoothie bowl)
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Sliced banana
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Granola
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Coconut flakes
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Hemp seeds
# Steps to Follow:
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Add all ingredients to a blender in the following order: almond milk, spinach, avocado, banana, apple (if using), seeds, lemon juice, and ginger.
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Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
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Taste and adjust: add more milk for a thinner texture, or a few ice cubes for extra chill.
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Pour into glasses and serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 24 hours.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored plant-based protein powder.
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Sweeten to taste with a date or a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
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Works well as a base for a smoothie bowl with toppings.