Carrot and Leafy Green Smoothie
A nutrient-dense smoothie packed with carrots, leafy greens, and tropical fruits. Perfect for a healthy start to your day or as an energizing snack!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 large serving or 2 small servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup carrot juice
- 1 cup spinach or kale (fresh, washed)
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup orange juice
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the carrot juice, spinach or kale, pineapple chunks, banana, orange juice, honey (if using), and ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, substitute orange juice with almond milk or coconut water.
- Adjust sweetness based on your taste and the ripeness of the banana and pineapple.
- Add a teaspoon of grated ginger or a pinch of turmeric for an extra health boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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