Green Smoothie Recipe 2: Strawberry, Kale, Pear, Banana, and Water (from 30-day GSC)

almond milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: water

Oat milk is a creamy alternative, while water reduces calories.

Greek yogurt

🥗Healthier: plant-based yogurt

💰Cheaper: regular yogurt

Plant-based yogurt is dairy-free, while regular yogurt is less expensive.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while sugar is more affordable.

chia seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds provide similar nutrients, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

Remove the fibrous stems from the kale to avoid bitterness.

Use fingers to slide the leaves off the stem and compost the stems.

Place the kale leaves in the blender first.

Add 1/2 banana to the blender.

Add 1 pint of strawberries to the blender.

Add 1 pear to the blender, leaving the seeds intact for health benefits.

Add 1 pint of water to the blender.

Ensure the lid of the Vitamix is securely fastened to avoid spills.

Blend the ingredients until smooth.

If the smoothie doesn't blend right away, shake the container to help it mix.

Taste the smoothie and adjust ingredients as necessary for flavor.

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