This refreshing green smoothie combines spinach, cucumber, green apple, ginger, and celery for a light, naturally sweet drink packed with fruits and vegetables. It’s an easy way to add more fiber, vitamins, minerals, and hydration to your day.
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Ingredients
1 cup fresh spinach
½ cucumber, sliced
1 green apple, cored and chopped
1 small piece of fresh ginger, peeled
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 cup cold water
½ cup ice cubes
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Wash the ingredients
Rinse the spinach, cucumber, apple, and celery thoroughly under cool running water.
2. Prepare the produce
Core and chop the apple. Slice the cucumber and celery into smaller pieces. Peel the ginger and cut it into a few small pieces.
3. Add everything to the blender
Place the spinach, cucumber, green apple, ginger, celery, and cold water into a high-speed blender.
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4. Blend until smooth
Blend for about 45–60 seconds, or until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Add more water if you prefer a thinner consistency.
5. Add ice and lemon
Add the ice cubes and fresh lemon juice if desired. Blend for another 15–20 seconds.
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6. Taste and adjust
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add a few pieces of additional apple or a small amount of banana. For a stronger ginger flavor, add a little more fresh ginger.
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7. Serve immediately
Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it cold.
Helpful Tips
For the freshest flavor, prepare this smoothie just before drinking it. You can also refrigerate leftovers in a tightly sealed container and consume them within about 24 hours.
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This smoothie can be a nutritious addition to a balanced diet, but drinks like this do not literally “clean” or detoxify the body. Your liver and kidneys already perform those functions naturally.
The main benefit of this recipe is that it provides a convenient combination of vegetables, fruit, fluids, and plant nutrients in one drink.
