Description

This refreshing Green Digestion Smoothie is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a nutrient-packed, digestion-friendly drink. Featuring fresh spinach, cucumber, green apple, and ginger, this smoothie is light, creamy, and easy to make. Enhanced with apple cider vinegar and optional seeds and sweeteners, it’s designed to support digestion while delighting your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Fresh Produce

1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
1/2 green apple, cored and chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled
1/2 banana (for creaminess)

Liquids & Add-ins

1/4 cup coconut water (or water)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the spinach, parsley, and green apple thoroughly. Peel the cucumber and fresh ginger to ensure a smooth texture in your smoothie.
Chop the Fruits and Vegetables: Cut the green apple, cucumber, and banana into smaller pieces to make blending easier and more efficient.
Blend the Smoothie Base: Place the spinach, cucumber, green apple, parsley, ginger, banana, coconut water, almond milk, and apple cider vinegar into the blender.
Add Seeds (Optional): If using chia seeds or flaxseeds, add them into the blender now to boost the nutritional content and fiber.
Blend and Sweeten: Blend all ingredients until smooth. Taste your smoothie, and if you prefer it sweeter, add honey or maple syrup gradually to your liking. Adjust the thickness by adding more coconut water or almond milk as needed.
Serve Chilled: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Add ice cubes if you want a colder, more refreshing drink, and give it a gentle stir.
Optional Garnish: Finish by garnishing with a fresh mint leaf or a sprinkle of chia seeds for an attractive presentation and extra texture.

Notes

You can use fresh or frozen spinach depending on availability and preference.
Adjust sweetness according to taste or dietary needs; the smoothie is healthy without added sweeteners.
For a dairy-free version, stick with almond milk or coconut water.
The apple cider vinegar adds a tangy flavor and aids digestion but can be omitted if desired.
Adding ice cubes is optional and intended to serve a colder drink.
Make sure to blend thoroughly for a smooth texture.
The smoothie is best consumed fresh to retain nutrients and flavor.