Two Immune Boosting Smoothie Recipes
Here are two green smoothie recipes I've created for myself. Be warned, if you've never had a green smoothie, these are fresh and very veggie tasting! However, they are PACKED with what our bodies need to heal fast and recover fast. And the more often you drink them, the more you enjoy the fresh taste.Chef's tip: If you only have a regular blender or food processor, try steaming your veggies first so they can blend smoothly. This will help minimize graininess. High powered blenders like Vitamix and Ninja brands are powerful enough to make a smooth drink without cooking.
Flu Fighter
Yep. This is one I created during my flu recovery period (I got the flu once due to over-training). Put all of the following ingredients into your Vitamix, Ninja, or whatever high powered blender you have. Makes about 16 ounces. Blend, enjoy, and heal fast!- 1 C. water
- 1/2 C. coconut water (optional, replace with water and pinch of salt)
- 2-3 slices red pepper
- 1/2 peeled lime or 1/4 peeled lemon
- Approx. 3 baby carrots or equivalent (handful of shredded carrots works)
- Handful parsley
- 1/4 inch chunk of fresh ginger (remove skin first)
- 1/4 inch chunk of fresh turmeric (remove skin first)
- 1 date
- 1 mandarin orange
- Large handful of kale
The Hearty Green One
This one is pretty thick. Add more water and less hemp seeds if you want it thinner. This smoothie has fat and protein in it, so it sticks with you. Makes about 24 ounces. Put all of the following ingredients into your Vitamix, Ninja, or whatever high powered blender you have. Blend and enjoy!- 1.5 C. water
- 2 T. hemp seeds
- handful walnuts
- 4 frozen strawberries
- 1/2 banana
- handful frozen marionberries
- 1 mandarin orange
- 4 slices red pepper
- Approx. 3 baby carrots or equivalent (or a handful of shredded carrots)
- Handful parsley
- Handful spinach
- 2 handfuls kale
- 3/4 tsp. Chlorella
- Ground Cayenne pepper (maybe an 1/8 tsp or less)
- Ground cloves (maybe an 1/8 tsp or less)
- Ground cinnamon (maybe an 1/8 tsp or less)
- 1 scoop Amazing Grass brand, Green Superfood, Cacao Chocolate Infusion flavor (optional)
