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Green Glow Smoothie (Detox & Skin Glow)

Vijaya
Give your body a fresh start with this nutrient-packed green smoothie! Loaded with spinach, cucumber, green apple, and ginger, this vibrant drink helps flush out toxins, hydrates your skin from within, and supports digestion. The lemon adds a zesty vitamin C punch, while coconut water keeps you glowing and energized. It’s your perfect morning ritual for a cleaner gut and naturally radiant skin!
Prep Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks, smoothie
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Katori spinach (fresh or frozen, washed thoroughly)
  • 1/2 cucumber (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 inch ginger (peeled and grated)
  • 1/2 lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 5-6 mint leaves (optional for freshness)
  • 1 Katori or half glass coconut water or plain water
  • 1 tsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional for added fiber)

Instructions
 

  • Prep all ingredients:
    Wash spinach and mint leaves. Chop cucumber and ginger.
  • Blend:
    Add spinach, cucumber, ginger, mint, and little water to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a bit more water.
  • Add lemon juice:
    Once blended, add fresh lemon juice and give it a quick mix.
  • Strain (optional):
    For a smoother texture, strain the smoothie. (But keeping the fiber is best for detox.)
  • Top it up (optional):
    Sprinkle chia or flaxseeds on top for an extra nutrient boost.
  • Serve immediately while fresh.

Notes

Health Benefits:

  • Spinach: High in chlorophyll, iron & antioxidants for detox and healthy skin
  • Cucumber: Hydrating and cooling
  • Ginger & Lemon: Boost metabolism and immunity
  • Coconut Water: Natural electrolyte, great for skin glow

Pro Tips:

  • Wash everything thoroughly to remove mud or pesticides.
  • Can be taken as breakfast, mid-morning or as an evening yummy-nourishing drink.
  • Do not mix smoothie with Meals and have them separately. 
  • Do not add too much of water, it will degrade the taste of the smoothie.
Keyword Drink, Easy Recipe, Healthy Smoothie, smoothie