Vitalizing Green Smoothie
With the addition of barley grass or spirulina powder this instant breakfast will help alkalize the blood, boost omega 3, 6 and 9 and is incredibly rich in chlorophyll to detoxify and cleans your blood.
Serves 2
- 1 ripe banana, roughly chopped – if the banana is ripe enough you may not need extra sweetener
- 4 medjool dates – pitted and roughly chopped
- 2 tsp organic raw honey or maple syrup for vegans – optional
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 2 Tbls oats
- 6-8 macadamia nuts or cashews – option to soak overnight first to help draw out the phytic acid
- 1 Tbls chia seeds
- 1 cup coconut water or coconut milk for a creamier texture
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/2 to 1 Tbls barley grass, spirulina or maca powder (these can taste quite strong so start with a teaspoon and build up as you get used to the flavour).
- 1/2 cup crushed ice if you like it thick and refreshing, or just add a few blocks at the end
- A handful fresh blueberries to top and sprinkle with raw granola (or whatever chrunchie bits you want to add)!
Preparation:
Place all ingredients in a blender and blitz away! If it is too thick for your liking add extra water or coconut water. Top with blueberries and raw granola.