Step into my 7-Day Green Smoothie Challenge!
I’m passionate about green smoothies and juices for their refreshing taste and nutritional punch. Now, you can join the fun too! The challenge is simple: sip on one green smoothie each day for a week, ideally in the morning after hydrating with water. You can still enjoy your regular meals and treats; just ensure your smoothie includes a generous handful of greens like spinach, kale, or Swiss chard, along with other wholesome ingredients.
Packed with essential nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants, these smoothies work wonders on a cellular level. They’re fiber-rich for improved digestion and weight management, and boast high levels of vitamin C and copper for radiant skin and tissue repair. Feel free to customize the recipes with your favorite ingredients—they’re merely guidelines. Each recipe serves one.
In my opinion, smoothies are a fantastic addition to any healthy diet. They’re a convenient way to sneak in extra veggies, boost your protein intake, and fill in any nutritional gaps.
Here’s my Green Smoothie Formula: 1 cup greens, 1/2 to 1 cup frozen fruits, 1 cup liquid, plus your preferred add-ins (see below) like nut butters or seeds. Let’s blend our way to better health!
My favorite greens to use in green smoothies:
- spinach
- kale
- swiss chard
- romain lettuce
- carrot tops
- collard greens
- celery
- avocado
- fresh mint
My favorite fruits (best used frozen) to use in green smoothies:
- mango
- pineapple
- banana
- strawberries
- blueberries
- raspberries
- peaches
- oranges
- grapefruit
My favorite liquids to use in green smoothies:
- almond milk
- coconut milk
- oat milk
- cashew milk
- coconut water
- water
My favorite sweeteners to use in green smoothies:
- natural maple syrup
- raw Honey
- stevia liquid drops
- medjool dates
My favorite add-ins to use in green smoothies:
- Protein powder (plant-based or whey, vanilla flavor)
- Collagen powder (protein boost)
- Maca (for increased fertility and hormone balance)
- Chia seeds (added protein and fiber)
- Ground Flaxseeds (Omega – 3s)
- Acai Berry powder (antioxidants)
- Raw Cacao nibs
- Oats and oat bran (extra fiber)
- Nuts and seeds
- Almond or cashew nut butter
- Coconut oil (increases metabolism and keeps you full for longer)
- Cinnamon (anti-inflammatory)
- Green grass Superfoods (like spirulina)
Here are my 5 favorite green smoothie recipes:
1. Green Goddess (my all-time favorite)
- a big handful of spinach
- 1 banana (frozen)
- 1 small apple, sliced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1/2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 1 tsp almond nut butter
- 1 tsp ground flaxseed
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup ice cold water
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy and enjoy!
2. Coconut & avocado
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1 banana, frozen
- fresh mint sprigs
- 1 tsp lime juice (optional)
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy and enjoy!
3. Spirulina and berries
- a handful of spinach or Swiss chard
- 3/4 cup frozen berries
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup ice cold water
- 1 tsp spirulina powder
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 banana, frozen
- 1 tsp cashew or almond nut butter
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy and enjoy!
4. Fruity Protein Spinach
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup mixed frozen fruit (mango and peaches)
- 1 tbs cashew or almond nut butter
- 1 tbs vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbs collagen powder
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 cup oat milk
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup water
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy and enjoy!
5. Spirulina and berries
- 1 cup swiss chard
- 1 cup frozen berries
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp spirulina powder (organic superfood powder)
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 tsp cashew nut butter or coconut oil
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy and enjoy!