I know the idea of drinking spinach isn’t exactly the most enticing thing in the world, despite the claim that “You really can’t taste it”. I was equally skeptical myself. But with the temperatures creeping up, and the beginnings of flowers poking through the ground, it might be time to ditch the bagels and try something new and healthy. And, what better time to experiment than in lieu of St. Patrick’s day approaching, get your green on inside and out.
Here are some of our favorites:
“Tiffany’s Smoothie” from Healthy Girl’s Kitchen
1 Cup Almond Milk
2 Cups Fresh Spinach
½ Cup Blueberries
1 Frozen Banana
1 Tablespoon Flax Seed
“Beginners Luck Green Smoothie” from Simple Green Smoothies
1 Cup Fresh Spinach
1 Cup Water
½ Cup Mango
½ Cup Pineapple
1 Frozen Banana
“Mango Ginger Immune Support” from Simple Green Smoothies
½ Cup Celery
½ Cup Fresh Parsley
1 Cup Water
½ Cup peeled Cucumber
1 Inch Ginger
1 ½ Cups Mango
½ Lemon, Peeled
Kick your lingering cough or sore throat with this smoothie, which is low in sugar and boasts the many health benefits of ginger, and parsley.
“Spinach, Kiwi, and Chia Seed Smoothie” from Joy the Baker
Supercharge your day with chia seeds, which are actually a better source of important omega-3 fats than salmon!
1 ½ Cups Almond Milk
1 ½ Cups Packed Fresh Spinach
1 Frozen Banana
1 Ripe Kiwi
2 Tablespoons Chia Seeds
Chia and flax seeds aren’t the only superfood your can easily add into your green smoothies, check out the benefits of Spirulina, Maca Powder, Goji Berries, and so many more! Simple Green Smoothies outlines the various benefits of each of these. So treat yourself to some disguised greens and give your day a headstart!