15 Green Smoothie Recipes To Trim Your Waist And Keep You Energized

by DailyHealthPost Editorial

green smoothie recipes

8. Celery Apple Smoothie

Celery and apple are both rich in quercetin, an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects. The nutrient even protects against heart disease and cancer (2). Drink them up with this recipe!

Ingredients:

  • Âľ cup chopped kale, ribs and thick stems removed
  • 1 small stalk celery, chopped
  • ½ banana
  • ½ cup apple juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Place the kale and apple juice in the blender and pulse until smooth.
  2. Add celery, banana, and lemon juice. Blend well.
  3. Drink immediately.

9. Green Grapefruit Smoothie

Packed with high-quality fiber, healthy fats, and countless nutrients, this smoothie is a must-try!

Ingredients:

  • 3 grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
  •  1 cup cold water
  •  3 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1/2 inch piece peeled fresh ginger
  •  1 teaspoon ground flax seeds

Instructions:

  1. Blend water and spinach until smooth.
  2. Add grapefruit, ginger, and flax seeds and pulse.
  3. Enjoy immediately.

10. Vanilla Date Smoothie

This smoothie is a nutritious replacement for your favorite dessert. It’s creamy, sweet, and has a lovely hint of vanilla. Best of all, it’s keep you full, making you less likely to cheat on your diet.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 ½ cups fresh spinach
  • ½ cup fresh mint leaves
  • 2 bananas
  • 4 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • cacao nibs, to garnish

Instructions:

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  1. Blend spinach, mint, and coconut milk until smooth.
  2. Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth.
  3. Enjoy!

11. Double Almond Smoothie

This protein-packed breakfast smoothie is a great way to start your morning. You can also take it as a post-workout meal to feed your muscles and keep cravings at bay, all day long.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cups homemade almond milk
  • 4 tablespoons almond butter
  • 2 cups red grapes
  • 2 bananas

Instructions:

  1. Blend spinach and almond milk until smooth.
  2. Next, add the remaining fruits and blend again.
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