Green smoothies have been all the rage for a while now. From the vibrant colour to the rich flavour and the instant nutritional boost – if prepared correctly, they will do your body good. For our recipe, we combine vitamin-loaded spinach with the sweetness of bananas and pears. Furthermore, we use cashew nuts which provide healthy fats, Greek yoghurt which contains twice as much protein as regular yogurt and honey which has an anti-inflammatory effect. Enjoy your green smoothies now and beat fall fatigue!
WHAT YOU NEED (SERVES 2):
450 g spinach (fresh or frozen)
2 bananas
2 pears
2 tbsp. cashew nuts
250 ml coconut water
2 tbsp. Greek yoghurt
1 tbsp. honey
1 dash of ground ginger
Optional: boost your smoothie with chia seeds, coconut oil or avocado
HOW TO PREPARE:
- Combine the ingredients and blend until smooth. Depending on how you prefer your smoothie you can add more of the Greek yoghurt or alternatively some avocado to make it creamier. If the mixture is too thick add more (coconut) water. The options with (green) smoothies are endless. Try our recipe or make it your own by substituting the ingredients with your favourites.
Nutritional Value per Serving:
305 calories, 5g protein, 67g carbohydrates, 5g fat
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Good to know
Leafy greens such as spinach, kale or Swiss chard are crucial to a healthy diet and work great in smoothies. Spinach is a powerful green loaded with essential vitamins (e. g. vitamin A, C, and K) and minerals (e. g. calcium, magnesium, and potassium). The potassium-rich vegetable only has 23 calories per 100 grams and is said to help maintain healthy muscles and bones.
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