A neuro-nutrient dense green smoothie is the perfect way to fuel your body and mind with essential vitamins and minerals. Packed with leafy greens like spinach and kale, along with avocado, celery, cucumber, fruits like bananas and berries, this smoothie is a powerhouse of nutrition. The combination of ingredients not only supports brain health but also provides a refreshing burst of energy. Whether you’re looking to kickstart your day or refuel after a workout, this vibrant green drink is a delicious and convenient way to nourish your body. So, go ahead and blend up a neuro-nutrient dense green smoothie to give your mind and body the nourishment it craves!
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Key Takeaways:
- Nourish Your Mind and Body: A neuro-nutrient dense green smoothie is packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to boost brain health, improve memory, and enhance focus.
- Flexible and Customizable: Use leafy greens as your base and mix in any combination of fruits, veggies, plant-based milk, and natural sweeteners you have on hand.
- Leafy Green Power: Spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are nutrient-dense greens that support cognitive health and protect against age-related decline.
- Refreshing and Energizing: This smoothie is perfect for kickstarting your day or replenishing energy post-workout.
- Simple Ingredients, Big Benefits: Key components include greens, fruits, nuts or seeds, plant-based milk, and optional sweeteners for a delicious, brain-boosting drink.
- Blend and Go: With just a blender and a few wholesome ingredients, you can prepare a quick, nutrient-rich smoothie in minutes.
SIS - Simple is Smart Tip
If your don’t have the ingredients that I suggest for this recipe improvise and use what you have. The base is the leafy greens and the plant based milk or coconut water. Then add a combination of green vegetables and fruit. Options might include kiwi, melons, mangos, pineapple, banana, and other berries.
Neuro Nutrition Nugget - Leafy Green Vegetables
Packed with brain-boosting nutrients like vitamin K, folate, and beta carotene, leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and Swiss chard can help improve cognitive function and protect against age-related cognitive decline. Incorporating these nutrient-dense greens into your diet can contribute to better brain health, improved memory, and enhanced focus. So next time you’re planning your meals, remember to add a generous serving of leafy greens to fuel your body and nourish your mind!
What ingredients go in a Green Smoothie?
Start with your leafy greens and add a couple of large handfuls to the bottom of your blender. Then choose 2 vegetables, 1 or 2 fruits, a non-dairy milk, and a sweetener.
Leafy Greens: Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach, Bok Choy are the most neuro-nutrient dense greens.
Fruit: Mangos, Pineapple, Kiwi, Green Melons, Apples, Pears.
Berries:Blueberries are highest in antioxidents, blackberries, strawberries, loganberries, and
Vegetables: Celery, Cucumbers, carrots,
Nuts or Seeds: Walnuts, Almonds, Cashews, pumpkin, sunflower seeds.
Unsweetened Plant Based Milk: Cashew is the lowest in calories (25 calories/cup), almond and coconut have about 40 calories/cup and Soy has 80 calories/cup. Substitute Coconut water for the plant based milk.
Sweetener: Monk Fruit, Honey, Maple syrup, agave are all healthy and delicious.
How do I make a Green Smoothie?
Step by Step Instructions:
- Start with the leafy greens in the bottom of your blender jar or bottle. I use the Blendtech Blender.
- Add your choice of two different green vegetables, 1/2 of an avocado, 1/2 cup of fruit or berries, 1/ cup of seeds or nuts, 2 Tbsp sweetener, and 1 cup plant based milk.
- Blend until smooth.
- Sip and enjoy.
For a cold or icy green smoothy use frozen fruit or berries or 1/2 cup of crushed ice. Leave me a comment with your favorite green smoothie ingredients.
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FAQ:
Q: What are the best greens to use in a smoothie?
A: Spinach, kale, Swiss chard, and bok choy are excellent options for their brain-boosting nutrients like vitamin K, folate, and beta carotene.
Q: Can I substitute ingredients if I don’t have what’s listed?
A: Absolutely! Use any leafy greens you have as a base, and mix in fruits, veggies, and sweeteners like honey or monk fruit to suit your taste.
Q: What liquid works best for a green smoothie?
A: Unsweetened plant-based milk (such as cashew, almond, or soy) or coconut water are great options to keep your smoothie light and nutritious.
Q: Do I need to add sweeteners?
A: Sweeteners like monk fruit, honey, or maple syrup are optional. Fruits like bananas, pineapples, and mangos can naturally sweeten your smoothie.
Q: How do I make the smoothie smoother?
A: Blend greens first with the liquid base to break them down, then add other ingredients gradually for a silky texture.
Q: Can I store leftover smoothies?
A: Yes, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake well before drinking to recombine any separated ingredients.
Best Tasting Green Smoothie
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 2 handfuls leafy greens, Swiss chard, Kale, Spinach, and Boy Choy
- ½ cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup walnuts
- ½ medium avocado
- 1 stalk celery
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener*
- 1 cup plant-based milk.
Instructions
- In a blender jar put 2 handfuls of leafy greens.
- Add the celery
- Add the cucumber
- Add the Blueberries
- Add the walnuts
- Add the Avocado
- Add the plant-based milk and sweetener.
- Blend until smooth, Pour in a glass and enjoy.
