green energy smoothie

This lean, green smoothie offers up fruit, veggies, and much-needed protein. Simply blend apples, banana, spinach, and whey powder .

Learn how to make this green energy smoothie recipe

Cooking time:10 minutes

Recipe serves: One

Ingredients

  • 1 cup apple juice
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup frozen berries
  • 2 cups loosely packed kale or spinach
  • 2 tablespoons of protein powder. We suggest whey, but soy or pea protein are great options.

Directions

  1. Blend apple juice, banana, loosely packed chopped spinach or kale, protein powder and berries
  2. Add ice cubes for a thicker texture
  3. Blend until smooth

Editor's Note: This recipe was originally published on , and was last reviewed on .

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