Cherry Green Smoothie
Embrace a colorful breakfast
Posted September 6th, 2011 by noelle | View Comments
Looking to sneak in an extra serving of leafy greens into your day to support youthful skin and a healthy glow? Toss a handful of spinach into this cherry and banana smoothie – your taste buds will never know the difference. Your body, however, will love the benefits.
Cherry Green Smoothie Recipe
Serving Size: 1 (16 ounces) ~200 calories
Ingredients
1 cup cherries, pitted and frozen
1 banana, peeled and frozen
1 cup of organic spinach*
1 cup water
3-4 ice cubes
* Buy organic, if possible. Learn more here.
Better-for-you ingredients
Learn more about the better-for-you ingredients in this recipe:
- Cherries Cherries are packed with antioxidants that fight free radicals. Free radicals are believed to contribute to disease and accelerate aging.
- Spinach Dark leafy greens, including spinach, are loaded with vitamins and minerals, antioxidants and blood alkalinizers for superior health and energy. These greens are also packed with chlorophyll, a natural detox (or “crud” removing) agent. “Crud” can often keep you from reaching happy body bliss. Dark leafy green vegetables and juices are also great for reversing signs of aging and helping you to achieve a healthy glow.
Directions
Combine the ingredients above into a Blendtec, or good powerful blender until smooth and creamy. Thin with water if desired. Enjoy!
