Red Meat Allergy Friendly Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
Bright, refreshing, and packed with real ingredients, this green smoothie is the kind of drink that actually makes you feel good from the first sip. Baby spinach, crisp cucumber, and tart green apple come together with frozen banana for a naturally creamy base that needs zero dairy or protein powders to feel satisfying. A hit of fresh ginger and lemon juice gives it a lively, zingy finish that cuts through the sweetness in the best way. Since every single ingredient here comes straight from the produce section, there's nothing to second-guess — no hidden additives, no animal-derived components, just whole foods blended together. Toss in the optional chia seeds if you want a little extra staying power and a boost of plant-based omega-3s. The whole thing comes together in under two minutes, making it an easy go-to for busy mornings or a midday reset when you need something clean and energizing.
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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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