Do you eat enough fruits and vegetables every day? According to Health Canada, most of us don’t get the recommended 7-8 servings a day, particularly when it comes to dark leafy greens.
Spinach smoothies are the perfect solution to this problem; they are a delicious way to drink your way to optimal fruit and vegetable consumption. These seven smoothies are packed with protein, iron, fibre, and vitamins. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying breakfast-on-the-go or workout fuel, these smoothies will provide you with all the energy you need. Plus, they’re so delicious, you won’t even notice the spinach!
For the perfect spinach smoothie every time:
Step 1) Blend together spinach and liquid until smooth.
Step 2) Add the protein – seeds, nut butter, or even protein powder.
Step 3) Add the frozen fruit and blend until very smooth.
Vegan Chocolate Almond Smoothie
I keep very ripe frozen bananas on hand for my smoothies; they add sweetness and a milkshake-like texture, along with potassium. This makes a great breakfast or post-workout snack - full of energy, and delicious to boot!
Tropical Green Smoothie
Give this recipe a whirl — literally, whirl it in your blender, and feel the energy and power of the green smoothie! You can also feel smug with the knowledge that you just drank 4 servings' worth of dark leafy greens — and it was delicious!
Healthy Breakfast Berry Smoothie
If you need to rush out the door, you can pour this into a to-go cup and take it with you. It's full of vitamins, iron, protein, and fibre; it's nourishing and convenient, a perfect way to start your day. It might even turn you into a morning person!
Chocolate Protein Shake
This homemade chocolate protein shake is so delicious that you won't believe it's good for you. Packed with potassium, Vitamin A, fibre, and protein, it will keep you full and satisfied for hours.
Pear-riffic Green Smoothie
Besides being delicious, pears are very high in fibre, Vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory flavonoids. When mixed with spinach and hemp, the result is a power house of nutrition!
"Morning After the Night Before" Hangover Cure Smoothie
This healthy, vegan version of a Shamrock Shake will make you feel great! It's nutritious and tasty, and you can whip this up in your kitchen year-round! You could even have it for breakfast - a "lucky charm" to start a great day.