Gut Friendly Green Tea Citrus Smoothie
This vibrant blended drink is bright, refreshing, and genuinely good for you ā the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're doing something right before the day even gets started. Chilled green tea forms the base, bringing a gentle, grassy depth that pairs beautifully with the citrus punch of fresh orange and lime juice. Frozen banana adds natural creaminess and sweetness without any dairy, while a half teaspoon of freshly grated ginger gives the whole thing a subtle warmth that's easy on the stomach and great for digestion. Baby spinach sneaks in a serious nutrient boost, but once it's blended smooth ā no flecks, no grassy texture ā you'd never know it was there. Maple syrup keeps the sweetener clean and easy to adjust, so you're fully in control of the sweetness level. Everything in this smoothie is whole, recognizable, and gentle on the gut, making it a smart choice when you're trying to nourish without overwhelming your system. Serve it immediately with a lime wedge for that extra citrus hit, and you've got a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 1 cup brewed green tea, cooled
- 1 medium ripe banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach, loosely packed
- Ā½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- Ā½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4ā6 ice cubes
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Brew 1 cup of green tea and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes until cold. (You can do this ahead ā chilled tea blends more smoothly and keeps the color bright.)
- 2
Add the chilled green tea, frozen banana slices, baby spinach, orange juice, lime juice, maple syrup, and grated ginger to a blender.
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