This Immunity-Boosting, Fiber-Filled Smoothie Is the Perfect Midday Snack

By Michele Foley
Lindsey Johnson | Simple Green Smoothies
Lindsey Johnson | Simple Green Smoothies

Sometimes you want a smoothie that doesn't feel like a meal, but still has all those good-for-you nutrients that your body is craving. When a light snack is in order, blend up this cranberry-citrus green smoothie. It's full of fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium, everything you need to combat an afternoon slump and feel full and satisfied between meals. It's also from one of our favorite smoothie sources, Jen Hansard and Jadah Sellner — the dynamic duo behind Simple Green Smoothies. All of Jen and Jadah's smoothies are designed to nourish the body, energize the mind, and help jump-start the journey to clean eating.

Cranberry Citrus Blast

Cook Time5 minutes
Yield2 servings
Calories161

From Simple Green Smoothies by Jen Hansard and Jadah Sellner

INGREDIENTS

    • 2 cups fresh spinach
    • 1 1/2 cups water, preferably filtered
    • 1/2 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
    • 2 oranges
    • 1 banana

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Blend spinach and water together until smooth.

    2. Add remaining ingredients and blend again.

    Notes

    If you don't have cranberries, substitute with pomegranate seeds or berries of your choice.