Green Detox Smoothie

Name: Green Detox Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: About 4-5 cups
Ingredients: 3 cups frozen diced pineapple; 3 cups fresh baby spinach; 1 cup frozen diced banana; 1 celery rib (optional); 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger (start with less and add more if desired); 1 Tbsp. chia seeds; juice from half a lime

January 8, 2013 118 Comments »

Oh my goodness, it feels so good to be home.

My time in Europe these past few weeks was such a gift, and filled to the brim with so many wonderful memories with friends. But between the six-course meals each night on the Mediterranean cruise, paella in Spain, and pub food galore with friends all over England, I think it’s safe to say that I probably ate more carbs (and specifically, potatoes!) in the past month than ever before!

So upon returning home, my friend Sarah and I thought it would be fun to try going “raw” for a week. Nothing cooked, no caffeine, no alcohol — just straight raw ingredients, which mostly includes fresh produce and nuts. I will post a summary of how it went at the end of this week, and then I’m also planning to share some of the recipes next week.

However, the first “detox” smoothie that I made yesterday was too good not to share right away! I love green smoothies, but this one may be one of my new favorites. It is sweet and simple, but packed with all sorts of healthy goodness that I loved. No arm-twisting necessary to enjoy this green smoothie for a meal!

And for you smoothie lovers, don’t forget to enter our Smoothie Giveaway happening right now, where we are giving away a Blendtec and more great smoothie goodies!