17 Green Smoothies That Make Sure You Get Your Veggies
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner — heck, even dessert. As far as we're concerned, there's really no bad time to have a smoothie. Though the classic combo of milk, yogurt, and nut butter proves that simple is delicious, we love how nutrient-rich a smoothie can be, especially when it comes to veggies. Whether it's spinach, kale, or broccoli, these smoothies put green veggies first. Best part is, none of them taste like there is a single piece of produce in the glass.
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Sweet Spinach Smoothie
Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak shared this spinach smoothie recipe that his clients swear by (Julianne Hough is a fan). The 300-calorie smoothie is a good source of protein, making it a yummy breakfast treat.
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Sweet Potato Mango Smoothie
The combo of mango, spinach, and sweet potato may seem odd at first, but let us tell you: sweet potato mango smoothie is delicious. You also get more good-for-you nutrients than we can count: vitamin C, fiber, and iron are just a few.
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Vegan Detox Smoothie
In need of a energizing reboot? Whip up a vegan detox smoothie. The drink contains hydrating coconut water and toxin-flushing lemon juice, as well as other ingredients that will put your body back on track.
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Nonalcoholic Mojito Smoothie
For a tropical drink, this nonalcoholic mojito smoothie will relax your senses and alleviate any hangover pains.
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Debloating Smoothie
Calm your digestive woes with a debloating smoothie. Made with papaya, pineapple, and spinach and infused with coconut water and cucumber, this refreshing drink will ease your stomach in no time.
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Kimberly Snyder's Green Glowing Smoothie
Made up of about 70-percent green vegetables and 30-percent fruit, nutritionist Kimberly Snyder's Green Glowing smoothie helps you eat far more greens than you ordinarily would. Thanks to all its nutrients and fiber, the smoothie is incredibly filling, so it keeps you from reaching for that midmorning second cup of coffee and that bagel you really didn't want to eat.
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Avocado-Pear Smoothie
A creamy avocado and pear smoothie is a cool and refreshing way to start your morning. The healthy fats from the avocado and protein from the silken tofu will keep you full, and the pear adds a bit of sweet to the concoction.
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Strawberry Banana Spinach Smoothie
Adding tofu to your blender makes this strawberry banana smoothie so creamy and full of protein — over 16 grams.
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Detox Green Smoothie
You can never have enough detox smoothie recipes in your fitness arsenal, and this one from celebrity nutritionist Firouze Zeroual is packed with nutrients. Ingredients include coconut water, kale, lemon, apple, and ginger.
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Carrot Cake Smoothie
This carrot cake smoothie is reminiscent of all the warm and spicy flavors you love about the dessert. Unlike the sweet treat, however, the drink contains 19 grams of protein and tons of fiber.
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Clear Skin Smoothie
Next time you have an acne flare-up, make this antioxidant-filled smoothie. It only takes five minutes to whip up.
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Thin Mint Smoothie
Get your mint chocolate chip ice cream fill with a homemade Thin Mint smoothie. The healthier alternative is made with Greek yogurt and a full cup of vitamin-A-rich spinach (that you won't be able to taste).
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Coconut Oil Detoxifying Green Smoothie
An easy and delicious way to make sure you are getting the most out of your green smoothies is by adding a little extra boost of your favorite fats. This detoxifying green smoothie incorporates coconut oil and avocado to help do the trick.
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Chocolate Spinach Smoothie
Chocolate and spinach may sound strange together, but after trying this smoothie, you'll see why this sweet blend proves the two are a match made in heaven.
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Carrot-Ginger-Orange Smoothie
Due to its very liquidy base, this carrot smoothie makes for a light breakfast that is loaded with beta-carotene to boost the immune system.
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Vanilla Matcha Smoothie
You won't have to worry about brewing up a cup of coffee in the morning since antioxidant-rich matcha green tea is tossed into the blender to make this vanilla smoothie, offering the energizing boost you need to start the day.
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Dr. Oz's Green Drink
Sip on this nutrient-rich green juice that's a favorite of Dr. Oz. The drink is hydrating and has belly-fat-fighting properties with ingredients such as lemon, pineapple, carrots, and cucumber.