Paraben Free Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
Bright, refreshing, and genuinely satisfying, this green smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel good from the first sip. Baby spinach and cucumber bring a clean, vegetal base while frozen banana adds natural creaminess and just enough sweetness to keep things balanced. Fresh ginger and lemon juice cut through with a little zing, making the whole blend feel alive rather than flat. Because every ingredient here is a whole, unprocessed plant food, you're not navigating label anxiety or wondering what's hiding in a flavoring or preservative — it's as clean as a recipe gets. Chia seeds are an easy optional add-in if you want a little extra body and staying power. Blend it on high until completely smooth, hit it with ice for that thick, frosty finish, and pour it straight into glasses to enjoy at peak freshness. It's the kind of morning ritual that's genuinely easy to stick with.
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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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