| Green Smoothie Recipe |
A smoothie is by far the easiest way I get raw fruits and greens into my family's tummies . Raw foods are incredibly healing to our bodies , they boost our immune systems, reduce inflammation in our bodies, they fill us with protein and nutrients , keep us satiated , give us energy and makes our skin glow!
Making them taste as amazing as they are , now that's the challenge, but it's completely doable !
I am going to give you my basic steps in creating a super smoothie!
*These steps serve 3-4 people and you can adjust accordingly*
Step One: Protein Milk
The first step in my smoothie making process is to add "milk" . I typically make one of three kinds (Almond, Cashew, or Hemp ) I first put 16oz of purified water into my blender . Then I add either 3/4 cup of almonds or cashews . If I am using raw hulled hemp seeds I add 9 teaspoons . Then I just blend a few minutes with the water . I believe in eating all foods as whole as possible so I don't strain the milk . If you are using the cashews or almonds you can soak them overnight to soften them up a bit . I typically use only organic ingredients in my smoothies . Almonds are great because not only do they contain protein but they also contain a ton of nutrients and are high in calcium . Cashews are great for boosting your mood and they are a little sweet . Hemp is the ultimate complete protein (10 grams a serving!) and packed with a boatload of vitamins and nutrients. All of the plant based ingredients in your smoothie contain protein :) Your smoothie will be super filling because it's perfectly balanced with protein, fiber, and healthy fats .
Step Two : Add in the greens
This is the step where I add the good stuff! I now fill my blender with greens all the way to the very top ! (This is why I create my smoothies in this particular order and get the most nutrients I as possible ) I add a mixture of greens or sometimes just one .
Here is a list of the greens I use :
Kale
Collard Greens
Celery(1 stalk)
Cucumber
Dandelion Greens (great for liver detox)
Spinach (liquefies well for a smooth smoothie)
Romaine
Avocado (if you use Avocado and cucumber you can hide the green color when you add your fruit )
Rainbow or Green Chard
Once I stuff the blender to the tipity top with greens I blend for 3-4 minutes until liquefied . Now there is room for our next step !
Step Three: Add Something Fruity
This is the step where you make your smoothie super yummy !
I now add 2-3 types of fruit to my smoothie . I typically always add banana to make it smooth and creamy . Mango makes it creamy as well . I add something frozen, typically a mix of frozen organic berries . In the summer when I find fresh organic berries I freeze the bananas or pineapple . I don't use ice because I want to pack in the most nutrients possible .
Here is a list of fruits I use :
Each count as one fruit ~
Bananas ( 2 large or 3 small)
1 Mango
2 pears
2 apples
1/2 of a pineapple (reduces inflammation)
3 cups of frozen berries (full of antioxidants)
3 kiwi
1 cup of cantaloupe
1 cup of honeydew
You really could add almost anything you want ! Get creative !
Add your 2-3 fruits and blend a few more minutes blending what's frozen last .
Step Four: Adding Some Extra Flavor and Power !
(Optional but highly suggested, it's my best secret)
This step has saved my smoothies from smoothie disaster countless times like just last night ! I was limited to what I had in the house for fruit and I used Dandelion greens (which are a bitter green) Avocado and Spinach . I only had some berries and honey dew for fruit . I added 4 drops of Young Living Jade Lemon Essential oil and POW ! The smoothie was saved and everyone enjoyed it ! You can research the incredible Orac values of the oils and their amazing constituents like limonene . You only need a couple drops for magnificent flavor!
Here is a list of my favorite oils:
I use 1-3 drops depending on strength and the flavor I'm looking to achieve
*Only pick One Oil*
Orange ( 3 drops)
Citrus Fresh ( MY FAV 3 drops))
Lemon (1-3 drops)
Jade Lemon (3 drops)
Lime ( 3 drops)
Cinnamon (1-2 drops)
Clove (1-2 drops)
Copaiaba ( 3 drops)
Thieves (1-3 drops)
Grapefruit ( 3 drops)
Peppermint (1-2 drops)
Add your oils give another quick blend and Enjoy !!!!
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