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Totally healthy with these 5 green smoothie recipes
We love smoothies! A green smoothie is a clever way to sneak in more veggies throughout the day. And they're darn tasty too. Looking for the tastiest green smoothie recipes? We've got them listed for you!
Healthy green smoothies
Green smoothies are super healthy. Well, at least if you make them the Orangefit way. Namely, without any fattening ingredients like yogurt or ice cream, but filled to the brim with healthy ingredients. Lots of leafy greens, water, grain flakes, and a scoop of vegan protein powder or green juice. And of course, fruit. Because while all the ingredients together are a nutrient feast, the fruit adds that delightful taste.
Read more: Why green smoothies are even healthier than you thought
Green smoothie recipes
1. Superfood smoothie
Did you know that kale is a true 'superfood'? Kale has the highest vitamin C content of all cabbage varieties and contains significant amounts of vitamins A, B, and K. Spinach is also officially a superfood. It's rich in folate and iron, among other beneficial substances. So, it's a super healthy combination!
To mask the strong cabbage taste a bit, we make this smoothie with pineapple and banana. If you add a scoop of Orangefit Greens, you're adding another 24 different types of healthy vegetables and fruits to your smoothie.
Instructions
- Wash the kale.
- Cut the banana and pineapple into pieces.
- Put all the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend for 30 seconds at the highest setting. Kale can be quite tough.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy (you can use a straw if you want).
Nutritional value
2. Green immune-boosting smoothie
Need a boost for your immune system? This green smoothie is packed with a burst of healthy nutrients. It's loaded with as many as 12 nutritious ingredients like spinach, carrot, maca powder, and hemp seeds. You can also add a scoop of green juice to make your smoothie even greener!
Check out the recipe: Green immune-boosting smoothie
3. Tropical Summer Smoothie
Prefer stocking fewer ingredients? This green smoothie recipe for beginners includes pineapple, banana, and spinach. These three ingredients are delicious on their own, but together, they make a delightful combo. And by adding a scoop of Orangefit Protein, you'll turn it into a protein-rich green smoothie.
4. Green Breakfast Smoothie Bowl
A smoothie bowl is basically just a thicker smoothie. You enjoy it slowly with a spoon. Perfect for breakfast. The fun part about smoothie bowls is that you can decorate them with toppings. So, the combinations are endless. This plant-based green breakfast smoothie bowl is made with ingredients like spinach, mango, and oats.
Check out the recipe: Green breakfast smoothie bowl
5. Matcha Collagen Smoothie
The 'superfood' matcha, a green powder made from tea leaves, is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Hence, it can contribute positively to our overall health. And with a scoop of collagen powder, this smoothie is also beneficial for your skin, hair, and nails!
Check out the recipe: Matcha collagen smoothie
Can smoothies help with weight loss?
Losing weight is about creating a calorie deficit. That means burning more calories daily than you consume. This is primarily achieved by eating healthier.
Simply adding smoothies to your diet (without making any other changes) won't lead to weight loss. However, green smoothies are a tasty way to supplement deficiencies and ensure you're getting enough healthy nutrients. This helps maintain your energy levels and makes it easier to sustain weight loss for the long term!
Read more: Can you lose weight with (green) smoothies?
Even more healthy recipes
On our website, you'll discover numerous recipes for the healthiest dishes. From breakfast to lunch, snacks, beverages, desserts, and dinner. Take a look around and let our creative chefs inspire you.