Not getting enough greens? Green smoothies can take care of that. And what's more they're so quick and easy to make that I defy anyone to come up with an excuse as to why they can't drink at least one a day!
I've heard of some incredible changes happening to people who have embraced the green smoothie into their world, one of the most impressive being a personal friend who I completely trust reporting that his grey hair returned to its original black due to daily green smoothie consumption. Now that's just one reason of many, there's also reports of much improved energy, calmer moods, stronger nails and much more besides. Even some serious healing stories. So, to get you started, here's one I came up with live on stage a few years ago and served to the 40 people at my class... it packs a punch, but a lovely one!
EQUIPMENT
Blender
INGREDIENTS
1 large ripe banana (or 2 small ones)
1 handful of fresh strawberries
1-2 Medjool dates (depends on sweetness)
2 large handfuls of organic rocket (arugula)
3 large handfuls of organic spinach
DIRECTIONS
- Put all of your fruit, peeled and de-stalked, into your blender first (it's important that you put the fruit in first as it creates the juice which the greens can be blended into).
- Wash your greens and add to the blender.
- Blend everything together thoroughly until a thick but bit-free consistency is achieved.
- Taste-test: If it's not sweet enough add more dates; if it's too sweet add more spinach.
- Finally, if you prefer your smoothie more runny, simply add water to reach desired consistency.
- When you're happy with taste and texture, pour into a tall glass and swoon! Feel the green goodness flooding into you!
Raw Coach Top Tips:
- I usually make 2 pints worth (the above recipe will make roughly this amount if you add water) and drink one immediately and put the other into another pint glass and keep in the fridge until later in the day. The later makes for a great afternoon "snack" or a satiating pre-dinner filler.
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