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    Home » Smoothies & Smoothie Bowls

    Super Green Smoothie

    Jan 5, 2018 · by Kate Kasbee · Modified: May 21, 2019

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    Jump to Recipe·5 from 1 review

    There was a time when green smoothies totally freaked me out. They reminded me of that green slime from Nickelodeon. Remember that stuff? Years ago on a family vacation to Universal Studios in Orlando, my younger sister was approached to be a contestant on the show "Slime Time Live." The producers also asked me, but in true Kate form I quietly opted out and shoved my much more outgoing and extroverted sibling into the spotlight. After the show, I remember her telling me how the neon green slime that had been poured over her head tasted just like vanilla pudding. I was shocked. How could something that looked like swamp scum taste good? I'm convinced that was my "a ha!" moment -- I absolutely love a green smoothie.

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    So often, smoothie recipes will be loaded with sugar that makes you crash before lunchtime. I love a banana in my smoothie just as much as the next person, but I swapped it for avocado in this drink to get the same creamy effect while keeping the sugar and carb content under control. Don't worry, though. This green smoothie still gets plenty of sweetness from tart granny smith apple and fresh, juicy orange. If you're a texture person like I am, give your smoothie some extra blending time to really break down the orange pulp. Or, if pulp totally freaks you out (raises hand) you can always pour your smoothie through a mesh strainer to separate out any fibrous bits.

    super green smoothie

    super green smoothie

    Hydrating and detoxifying, thanks to cucumber and lemon, this super green smoothie will kickstart your metabolism in the morning or give you a natural boost of energy in the afternoon. Add a tiny dollop of agave or maple syrup if you absolutely need it, and toss a few ice cubes in your blender if you like your smoothies extra cold.

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    super green smoothie

    Super Green Smoothie

    5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 1 review
    • Author: Kate Kasbee
    • Prep Time: 5
    • Cook Time: 0 mins
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 2 servings 1x
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    Hydrating and detoxifying, thanks to cucumber and lemon, this super green smoothie will kickstart your metabolism in the morning or give you a natural boost of energy in the afternoon.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk (from a carton)
    • ½ lemon, juiced
    • ½ avocado, pit removed
    • ½ cucumber, sliced
    • 1 large orange, peeled
    • 2 cups baby spinach
    • 1 granny smith apple, cored and sliced
    • 2 Tbsp. hemp seeds

    Instructions

    Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth and creamy. Add a few ice cubes to the mix if you like your smoothies extra cold. 

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size:
    • Calories: 228
    • Sugar: 20.7 g
    • Sodium: 36.8 mg
    • Fat: 10.8 g
    • Carbohydrates: 34.5 g
    • Protein: 4.8 g
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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    1. Kristina

      January 14, 2018 at 9:18 am

      I never add cucumber to our smoothies, but my husband loves it - adding this smoothie to our breakfast plan this week!

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    2. Jenn

      January 12, 2018 at 9:37 am

      I've been all about green smoothie and juices lately. And I LOVE the addition of cucumber. Definitely putting this in my rotation!

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    3. Sarah De la Cruz

      January 11, 2018 at 10:09 pm

      Wow, this looks delish! I love green smoothies too, especially with citrus!!! And hemp seeds are my jam—truly addicted!

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    4. Becky Striepe

      January 10, 2018 at 5:10 pm

      Ooh I love that this has avocado in it. Such a creamy smoothie addition!

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    5. Cadry

      January 10, 2018 at 10:43 am

      I love the cucumber in this smoothie! It sounds delicious & so hydrating!

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    6. Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day

      January 09, 2018 at 2:26 pm

      Ha! I remember my brother watching that show. This smoothie, on the other hand, looks delicious and refreshing!

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