Sweet & Spicy Green Smoothie

The ginger in this smoothie balances out the sweetness and gives it a zing! Kids love it!

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Sweet & Spicy Green Smoothie

Ginger adds a little spice to balance the sweetness. It’s delicious!

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Servings 8 cups

Calories 44kcal

Equipment

• Blender

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned pineapple or pear chunks, no-sugar added drained and frozen
• 1 banana washed, peeled, then frozen
• 2 teaspoons ginger root or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 10-12 ounces 100% apple juice (use more or less for the texture you like.)
• 1 cup spinach, fresh washed

Instructions

• Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Notes

• Try other fruits, veggies in season.
• Try other juices and spices to play with flavors.
• Add plain, non-fat yogurt for added protein.
  

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 373IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg