{"id":26641,"date":"2022-03-04T09:15:19","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T14:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=26641"},"modified":"2023-12-13T16:37:07","modified_gmt":"2023-12-13T21:37:07","slug":"healthy-green-smoothie-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/healthy-green-smoothie-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Deliciously Healthy Green Smoothie Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Admit it: Sometimes you\u2019re just not in the mood to eat your vegetables. If you\u2019re bored of the same old salads, let us introduce you to our favorite green smoothie<\/a> recipes. These creamy concoctions pack leafy greens, protein powder and fruits to deliver fiber, potassium, and iron. You’ll curb hunger and feel satisfied<\/a>, while nourishing your body<\/a> with healthy, anti-inflammatory ingredients. All you need to get started is a blender,\u00a0so get mixing and raise a glass to good health!<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 7 Delicious Protein Smoothie Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

14 Protein-Rich Green Smoothie Recipes<\/h2>\n

1.\u00a0Matcha Pear Green Protein Smoothie Recipe<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Move over, kale \u2014\u00a0matcha is the hot new green in town. The finely ground green tea powder delivers caffeine, while pears provide a boost of vitamin C<\/a> and fiber. Protein powder<\/a> ensures you\u2019ll stay full long, so you won’t load up on empty calories.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Spinach Orange Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Like to start your day with orange juice? This creamy and thick green smoothie recipe uses fresh juice right from the fruit. Citrus flavors can also give you a boost of energy<\/a> sans caffeine<\/a>, so try blending this recipe up before you head out the door. Pro tip: Cut up the banana and freeze it the night before, and you won\u2019t have to use ice.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Jessica \/ Savvy Sassy Moms<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 13 Quick and Easy Smoothie Hacks<\/a><\/p>\n

3.\u00a0Orange Kale Protein Juice<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Life is hard. Why should you have to choose between a protein shake<\/a> and a juice<\/a>? With 30 grams of protein, plus pulverized kale and fresh orange, you can have it all with every smooth sip.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

4. Ginger-Orange Green Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Five ingredients are all you need for this sunshine-in-a-glass smoothie. Make sure to blend the spinach and romaine first, then add the banana, oranges, and ginger<\/a>. You’ll fill up on fiber-rich ingredients to keep you full and energized<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Recipe: Bridgid \/ Bridgid Gallagher<\/i><\/p>\n

5. Blueberry Mint Green Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Don\u2019t be fooled by the purple hue! This violet blend is chock-full of delicious nutrients that\u2019ll make other smoothies green with envy. The extra kick of color \u2014 and flavor \u2014 comes from a full cup of antioxidant-rich blueberries, nutrient powerhouses that are a significant source of vitamins K and C, fiber, and manganese.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Caitlin \/ The Merrythought<\/i><\/p>\n

6. Spring Detox Green Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Give \u2018em kale! This veg-tastic smoothie has a mix of savory and sweet flavors, thanks to cilantro, honey, ginger, and pineapple. Plus, you\u2019ll get just the slightest boost of caffeine from green tea, a natural way to boost your metabolism<\/a> and lose weight<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Henry Happened<\/i><\/p>\n

7. Flax and Oats Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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If it\u2019s too hot for oatmeal but you still want some whole grains, try this emerald shake that\u2019s got a hearty amount of raw rolled oats. Sprinkle on some homemade granola if you like some extra crunch.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Kath \/ Kath Eats<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 9 Smoothie Bowl Recipes You’ll Want to Eat Every Morning<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Honeydew Mint Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Refresh yourself while indulging your sweet tooth with this light and fruity green smoothie. For an extra-cold drink, chill your melon and coconut milk in the fridge before making.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Willow \/ Will Cook For Friends<\/i><\/p>\n

9. Peachy Green Protein Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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With 31 grams of protein, this smoothie works well for breakfast or as a post-workout<\/a> snack. Sweeten the deal with some peaches and pineapple and you\u2019ve got one satisfying sip!<\/p>\n

Recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>11 Superfood Breakfast Bowls to Jumpstart Your Day<\/a><\/p>\n

10. Kale Pina-Covado Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Taste the tropics and get some veggies, too. This kale blend gets its sweetness from pineapple and its creaminess from half an avocado. Healthy fats, like avocados, can keep you satiated and are essential for weight loss<\/a>. Share the second serving with a friend, or keep it in the fridge for up to two days.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Dre \/ Delicious By Dre<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 10 Creative Recipes with Kale<\/a><\/p>\n

11. Happy Green Monster<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Put some pep in your step with this pear-based shake. Pear and coconut water pack enough of potassium to keep your muscles working efficiently<\/a>, plus spinach and kale are chock-full of fiber to keep your digestion as happy as your taste buds.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Recipe: Maryanne \/ the little epicurean<\/i><\/p>\n

12. Joe Wicks’ Green Protein Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Joe Wicks<\/a>, aka The Body Coach and \u201cLean in 15\u201d creator, is\u00a0all about quick and dirty meals and snacks<\/a>. In this recovery smoothie recipe, he adds spinach for replenishing vitamin K, protein powder to help rebuild muscles and honey for a touch of natural sweetness.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Recipe: Joe Wicks<\/em><\/p>\n

13. Vanilla Matcha Protein Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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Matcha powder is more concentrated than regular green tea, so it packs ten times more antioxidants. Although it’s less bitter than green tea, a little goes a long way when incorporating it into a recipe. In this delicious smoothie, it takes well to the creamy sweetness of banana, vanilla, and almond milk.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

14. Apple-Kale Green Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

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If you want to curb your sweet cravings, this green smoothie features one Granny Smith apple, which is lower in sugar than the red varieties. Along with lemon juice, it balances the bitterness of the cucumber and kale. A scoop of protein powder will help you stay full all morning long and won’t be tempted to indulge.<\/p>\n

Recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

Read More
<\/strong>The 7 Best Post-Workout Smoothies for Every Exercise<\/a>
8 Ombre Smoothie Recipes You’ll Want to ‘Gram Stat<\/a>
8 Low-Sugar Smoothies to Get a Veggie Boost<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Originally published April 2014. Updated January 2018 and March 2022. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Want to add more greens to your diet? These 14 green smoothie recipes are packed with fiber, protein and other essential nutrients, like potassium and iron, so you curb hunger, too.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":139426,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[23,26,7,27,9,426,18],"tags":[31,33,52,53,135,80,86,87,341,388],"class_list":["post-26641","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diet-nutrition","category-gluten-free","category-health","category-healthy","category-recipes","category-smoothies","category-weight-loss","tag-beverages","tag-breakfast","tag-fruit","tag-fuel","tag-post-workout","tag-protein","tag-smoothie","tag-snacks","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2nutrition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26641","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26641"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26641\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/139426"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26641"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26641"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26641"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}