Green detox smoothies have been part of California's cold-pressed and wellness juice movement since the 2000s. They combine leafy vegetables with fruit to balance flavor and nutrients. They are a quick liquid breakfast for those looking for hydration and micronutrients at the start of the day.
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Green detox smoothie
Green detox smoothie with spinach, banana, cucumber and fresh ginger.
- USA
- Breakfast
- Vegan
- Light
- Low fat
- High fiber
- easy
5 min
Tiempo de Preparación
2
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 165 kcal
- Protein 4 g
- Fiber 7 g
- Carbohydrates 32 g
- Fat 3 g
- Sodium 85 mg
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Preparation
Green detox smoothie is a preparation from the United States with easy difficulty. Reserve about 5 minutes in total (5 for mise en place and preparation, 0 for cooking). Follow the 6 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 100 g baby spinach.
- Have ready: 1 ripe banana.
- Have ready: 1/2 cucumber.
- Have ready: 1 green apple.
- Have ready: 200 ml of coconut water.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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wash spinach
Wash spinach, cucumber and apple; peel banana and ginger.
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Blend all the ingredients with coconut water and ice until…
Blend all the ingredients with coconut water and ice until silky texture.
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Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or acidity with lime
Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or acidity with lime.
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Add chia seeds and mix briefly
Add chia seeds and mix briefly.
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Serve immediately in tall glasses with fresh mint.
Serve immediately in tall glasses with fresh mint.
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Sprinkle ground flax seeds on top if desired
Sprinkle ground flax seeds on top if desired.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Cold version served with ice for hot days.
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