Seasonal Glow Vegan Smoothie (Printable)

Nutrient-rich blend of seasonal fruits and vegetables, perfect for a fresh and energizing boost.

# List of ingredients:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 1 medium orange, peeled and segmented
02 - 1 small ripe banana
03 - 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
04 - 1/2 cup diced mango, fresh or frozen
05 - 1/2 cup diced pineapple, fresh or frozen
06 - 1/2 cup peeled and chopped cucumber

→ Liquids

07 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
08 - 1/4 cup filtered water

→ Boosters

09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger

→ Optional

12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave, to taste
13 - A few ice cubes for chilling

# Steps:

01 - Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender.
02 - Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
03 - Sample the smoothie and add maple syrup or agave if additional sweetness is preferred.
04 - Pour into serving glasses and add ice cubes if a colder beverage is desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like tropical sunshine even when youre rushing out the door in sweatpants.
  • You can toss in whatever fruit is about to turn and it still comes out silky and bright.
  • The ginger gives it a gentle kick that wakes you up without coffee jitters.
02 -
  • If your blender struggles, add a splash more water instead of forcing it and burning out the motor.
  • Frozen fruit makes this thick and frosty, but if you use all fresh, add ice or it will be disappointingly thin.
  • Ginger can be sneaky strong, start with half a teaspoon and taste before adding the full amount.
03 -
  • Freeze your ripe bananas ahead of time so you always have them ready and your smoothie stays thick.
  • Add the chia seeds at the end and pulse once or twice so they stay whole and give you little bursts of texture.
  • If you want it sweeter without sugar, toss in a couple of pitted dates and blend until they disappear.

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