When you think “healthy breakfast” … what’s one of the first foods that pops into your mind?
If it’s a green smoothie, you’re not alone!
Smoothies can be a quick and easy option when you want something cool and refreshing … and I’ve got a spicy-sweet green smoothie recipe that I think you’ll love.
FROZEN GRAPE TIP: Wash and dry the grapes thoroughly then spread them out on a freezer-safe sheet pan. Put the pan in the freezer until the grapes are frozen (about an hour). Then you can transfer them to a freezer-safe container or bag.
Freezing grapes separately can help stop them from freezing together. (I also love frozen grapes as a treat on a hot summer day)
Ingredients:
(Serves 1)
1 cup (150 grams) chopped fresh or frozen pineapple
1 cup (30 grams) packed chopped spinach
1 cup (95 grams) green grapes, frozen
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp ground flaxseed
1-2 Tbsp your milk alternative, water, or coconut water, as needed
½ scoop vanilla protein powder
Directions:
Place all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Add liquid (milk alternative, water, or coconut water) as needed if the mixture is too thick.
Pour into a glass and drink up!
Hope you enjoy this one!
Recipe by: Dr. Saara Haapanen
Photo Credit: Canva by Xarhini from Getty Images