Barley Free Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
This vibrant green smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and honestly, it tastes like it too. Baby spinach and cucumber bring a fresh, clean base, while frozen banana adds natural creaminess and just enough sweetness to balance the brightness of lemon and ginger. The green apple keeps things lively with a subtle tartness that makes every sip feel refreshing rather than heavy. Blending everything on high until completely smooth means you get a silky, drinkable texture with no leafy chunks — just a gorgeous, cold glass of green. Optional chia seeds stir in effortlessly and add a little extra staying power if you want this to carry you through a busy morning. Every ingredient here is whole, plant-based, and naturally free from grain-based additives, so there's no label-reading anxiety — just real food going straight into the blender. It's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself coming back to whenever you need a quick reset.
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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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