High Fructose Corn Syrup 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, you are. Baby spinach, cucumber, green apple, and frozen banana blend into a thick, creamy glass that tastes fresh and lightly sweet without any added sugars or syrups. That natural sweetness comes entirely from the fruit itself, which means you know exactly what's going into your body and nothing else. A hit of fresh ginger and a squeeze of lemon juice give it a bright, zingy edge that keeps it from tasting flat or overly "healthy" in a bad way. Store-bought smoothies and bottled green drinks are notorious for sneaking in sweeteners that have no business being there, so blending your own is the cleanest workaround. Optional chia seeds add a little body and staying power if you want this to carry you through a busy morning. Blend it up, pour it into two glasses, and drink it immediately for the best color, texture, and 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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