Wheat Free Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
Every single ingredient in this blender drink is naturally free of wheat and gluten, so there's no label-reading stress or ingredient swaps required — just whole, clean produce from start to finish. Baby spinach and cucumber bring a fresh, grassy base, while frozen banana adds a creamy texture that makes this feel more like a treat than a health obligation. The green apple and a hit of fresh ginger give it a bright, slightly spicy edge that keeps every sip interesting. A squeeze of lemon ties everything together and makes the flavors pop in a way that tastes genuinely vibrant rather than virtuous and boring. Coconut water is a great swap for plain water if you want a subtle tropical sweetness and an extra boost of electrolytes. Toss in the optional chia seeds before blending and you get a little added body and staying power without changing the flavor. Blend it up, pour it into two glasses, and drink it right away for the best color, texture, and taste.
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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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