“Green” Smoothie Recipe

I am a lover of spinach so when it comes to smoothies, adding spinach is a no brainer. So here’s what I came up with and let me tell you – It’s DELICIOUS.

Ingredients 

1 large handful of fresh spinach

4 frozen strawberries

1 1/2 frozen bananas

1 cup water or coconut water if you have it on hand

1-2 Tbsp chia seeds *optional

Tips

Be sure to thoroughly wash your fruits if you purchase them fresh and plan to freeze them.

Buy organic if/when possible to avoid harsh chemicals.

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*I forgot to take photos but I will try to remember the next time I make this!

The BEST Chocolate Banana Smoothie

Need a sweet treat? Here is an easy and delicious smoothie recipe that EVERYONE should try. (I put the calorie count incase you are counting your calories OR are just interested in knowing!)

Ingredients:

• 2 medium sized bananas (frozen works best – it adds thickness and will help to chill the smoothie) *300 calories
• 1 – 6oz container of vanilla yogurt (I use Dannon Light and Fit) *90 calories
• 1/4 cup of coconut water  *15 calories
• 1 Tbsp Cocoa powder to taste *~20 calories
• 1-2 Tbsp of Chia (Optional but it makes it DELICIOUS) *70 calories per Tbsp

Throw it all in a blender, blend for 10 seconds or so and BAM, drink it up!

((Sorry there are no pictures! I drank my smoothie so fast that I forgot to take one! I’ll try to post a picture the next time I make this…))

*This Chocolate Banana Smoothie is a great treat for someone who consumes mostly raw fruits and veggies or juices multiple times daily.  This 495 calorie drink may seem high in calorie but don’t forget, bananas are GOOD for you and coconut water is GOOD for you.  All of these ingredients are beneficial for you, especially if you follow a low fat/vegetarian diet.