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 [1] or post-workout snack - full of energy, and delicious to boot!
Tropical Green Smoothie
Give this recipe a whirl [2] — 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 [3]. 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 [4]. 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 [5]!
"Morning After the Night Before" Hangover Cure Smoothie
What's a girl to do? Well, for starters, mix up this smoothie and start rehydrating! This smoothie is chock full of antioxidants and fibre, with the added benefit of super-hydrating coconut water and stomach-soothing ginger [6]. A big glass of this will help you get back on track and get on with your day. Happy hangover!
Make Your Own "Shamrock Shake"
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 [7].