Artificial Flavors Free Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
Real food, real flavor — that's exactly what this vibrant green smoothie delivers. Baby spinach, crisp cucumber, tart green apple, and frozen banana come together in a blend that tastes bright and refreshing without a single drop of anything artificial. The frozen banana does double duty here, adding natural creaminess and a gentle sweetness that makes the whole thing feel indulgent even though every ingredient is completely whole and unprocessed. Fresh lemon juice and grated ginger give it a zippy, invigorating kick that store-bought green drinks try to fake with flavoring agents — and simply can't match. If you want a little extra staying power, a tablespoon of chia seeds blends right in and boosts the texture beautifully. It comes together in under two minutes and pours out a gorgeous, vivid green that practically announces how good it is for you. Sip it straight away for the best chill and the freshest flavor.
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2 servings
- 2 cups baby spinach, packed
- 1 cup cucumber, roughly chopped (about ½ medium cucumber)
- 1 green apple, cored and roughly chopped
- 1 medium banana, sliced and frozen
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 cup cold water or coconut water
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the spinach, cucumber, green apple, frozen banana, lemon juice, ginger, and water (or coconut water) to a blender. Add the chia seeds, if using.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible green flecks.
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