(Not So Green) Green Smoothie

There is nothing wrong with green but….

when you add a lot of greens and are left with a pretty purple smoothie instead you have to call it a (Not So Green) Green Smoothie!

This is one our favorite smoothies and is on repeat almost daily in our house.  There really is nothing majorly special about it and I’m sure you have probably even whipped up the exact same combo yourself.  But, since we love it so much I figured it was about time to share the recipe.  This simple smoothie contains milk of your choice, healthy fat, berries, collagen peptides and lots of spinach.  It’s the perfect smoothie to make for your kids because it’s low in sugar, high in antioxidants and filled with protein and healthy fats.

If you are not into spinach feel free to use kale or any other green that you like along with additional veggies such as steamed and frozen cauliflower or zucchini.  And, if you like your smoothies with a touch of sweet you can throw in a frozen or fresh banana.

Lovely Ingredients For Vibrant Heath:

Blueberries, Raspberries + Strawberries are high in antioxidants and low in sugar.  They have anti-inflammatory properties and boost immunity.

Spinach need I say more!  Rich in an array of nutrients and minerals.  You can never have to much spinach in your diet.

Hemp Seeds contain the perfect balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.  They are also high in protein and pretty much a perfect food.

Coconut Oil has so many benefits it would be hard to cover all of them here!

Collagen is amazing for gut, joint, hair, skin and nail health and adds a good serving of protein.

Hope you and your kiddos love this recipe and all the healthy benefits as much as we do!

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(Not So Green) Green Smoothie
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Recipe type: Smoothie + Drinks + Juices
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Serves: 2 - 4 servings
 
Paleo,, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Refined Sugar Free, Pescatarian, Nightshade Free, Keto (omit banana), Vegan (omit collagen peptides), Vegetarian (omit collagen peptides)
Ingredients
  • 2 cups milk of choice (almond, coconut, grass-fed, nut or seed milk)
  • 2 cups spinach or greens of choice
  • 2 cups berries of choice (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
  • 2 Tbsp hemp seeds
  • 1 scoop collagen peptides (Vital Proteins is my favorite brand)
  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil
  • Optional: 1 frozen or fresh banana
  • Optional: steamed and frozen cauliflower or zucchini
Instructions
  1. In a blender add milk of choice and all other ingredients.
  2. Blend on high until fully mixed and smoot.
  3. Pour in a glass and serve.
Notes
Use organic whenever possible! To make vegan and vegetarian omit the collagen peptides. To make keto omit banana. Can use frozen or fresh berries.

 

 

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