I try to maintain a healthy diet and that starts by getting a nutrient-packed breakfast first thing in the morning! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and smoothies are the perfect solution.
I have been incorporating smoothies into my daily routine for over 10 years. By starting the day with a Green Smoothie, a protein smoothie post-workout, and a healthy chocolate peanut butter smoothie to curb my sweet tooth in the evenings.
8 Benefits of a Green Smoothie
- Increases daily fruit and vegetable intake
- Boosts immune system
- Improves hydration
- Lowers high cholesterol and high blood pressure
- Reduces sugar cravings
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Increases energy
- Boosts nutrition with vitamin A, B, C, E, K, and antioxidants to promote glowing skin, strengthen nails, and hair
Blend this Green Smoothie at night for an easy on-the-go breakfast in the morning.
Utensils
1 Nutribullet Blender
Ingredients
6 Chunks of Frozen Pineapple
1/8 Green Apple
1 Scoop of Trader Joes Almond Butter or Peanut butter
1/2 Lemon Juice
1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder
1 1/2 Cups Spinach
Mint Leaves
6-8 fl oz of Zico Natural Coconut Water
Instructions
Cut the green apple into small chunks. Remove mint leaves from the stem. Juice 1/2 a lemon. Frozen pineapple is easy but if you have fresh pineapple, cut into 1″ chunks. Depending on desired thickness add more Zico Coconut Water. Add all ingredients into blender and blend to desired thickness.
Tip: Add more or less ingredients to taste. If the smoothie is too sweet, add more spinach, almond butter and/or lemon juice. If the smoothie is not sweet enough add more pineapple, apple, or coconut water.
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Bon appétit!
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