💚 GREEN SMOOTHIE – A Refreshing & Nutritious Drink!
This light and refreshing green smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber to boost your health and keep you energized!
📝 Ingredients:
✔ 1 small head of lettuce (or a handful of leaves)
✔ 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
✔ 1 ripe banana (for natural sweetness)
✔ 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based like almond, oat, or coconut milk)
✔ Ice cubes (optional, for extra chillness)
👨🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash and chop lettuce into smaller pieces.
- Slice cucumber into rounds.
- Peel and slice banana.
2️⃣ Blend It All Together:
- Add lettuce, cucumber, banana, and milk to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add ice cubes for extra freshness.
3️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Pour into a glass and drink immediately for maximum freshness!
💡 Tips & Variations:
✔ Want it sweeter? Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
✔ Looking for more protein? Blend in a scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt.
✔ Extra nutrients? Toss in a handful of spinach or chia seeds.
✔ Creamier texture? Use frozen banana instead of fresh.
🔥 Nutritional Info (Per Serving):
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 3g
- Fats: 2g
- Fiber: 4g
❓ Q&A:
Q: What are the health benefits of this smoothie?
✅ Hydration, digestion support, and energy boost from fresh ingredients!
Q: Can I store it for later?
✅ Best consumed fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 12 hours in a sealed jar.
Q: What milk works best?
✅ Any milk! Almond or coconut milk gives a tropical touch, while dairy milk makes it creamy.
🥒 Try this easy green smoothie and feel the natural boost! Would you like more healthy smoothie recipes? 😊