Need a refreshing drink? Try my Red Green Superfood Smoothie! It’s full of refreshing superfoods like lemon and avocado. Yes, this smoothie may be red due to the beet, but it is full of my Super Greens Powder and plenty of leafy greens.
This beverage will give you a boost of energy and leave you feeling ready to take on the world. I know it’ll be a staple recipe in your home!
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What Is Super Greens Powder?
This superfood smoothie recipe uses my Super Greens Powder as its base. If you’ve never tried this recipe, you’re in for a treat! I adapted it from a recipe my mentor, Enoch DeBus, put together while he was deep in the throes of Beating Cancer God’s Way! It’s full of bioactive ingredients that take any smoothie to another level.
The recipe makes 365 servings. Imagine how much your health could improve in that time! This powder includes impressive ingredients such as:
- Bee pollen
- Cacao powder
- Chia seeds
- Chlorella powder
- Cinnamon
- Gotu kola powder
- Guarana powder
- Hemp protein powder
- Spirulina powder
- VitaCherry powder
- And so much more!
You can use this supplement in your oatmeal, yogurt, parfaits, and smoothies! It costs far less to make this recipe than to purchase a similar commercial product! While this recipe isn’t for everyone, I consider it one of the best healthy money-saving hacks.
Whether you’re investing in your own health or sharing the love (and cost!) with friends, this is a cancer-fighting DIY worth making.
Healthy Smoothie Ingredients 101
This recipe uses a unique blend of fresh produce. The flavor of this smoothie is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. It tastes like a tropical paradise! Here’s what you need to add to your shopping cart.
Super Greens Powder: I purchase my super greens ingredients from Nuts.com or Amazon. I find it more cost-effective to buy larger bags than smaller ones. This isn’t the only smoothie that uses this ingredient! You’ll also find it in my:
Plus, you can always create your own delicious concoctions.
Bananas: Bananas are the best smoothie addition. They lend a smooth texture to any blended drink! Bananas are full of potassium, a necessary nutrient that helps the kidneys function. (1) Don’t worry about using the prettiest bananas. The uglier the banana looks (spots, brown coloring, etc.), the sweeter the smoothie is.
Mama Z Pro Tip: Flash-freeze bananas to make smoothie prep a cinch! Peel the bananas, then place them on a cookie sheet. Freeze until frozen solid, then transfer to a freezer bag.
Lemons: Many of my recipes call for lemon juice, but this smoothie calls for a whole lemon. That’s right, peel and all. Lemon is antimicrobial and antibacterial. (2) This smoothie is a favorite recipe that I often drink when there are “bugs” going around.
Avocado: Avocados make this smoothie super creamy! Avocados are one of the healthiest fats out there. Half an avocado has been shown to decrease your desire to eat for several hours afterward. (3) You can use fresh avocados or purchase them from the frozen section.
Berries: Nothing adds more sweetness than a handful of berries! You can use raspberries, blueberries, or a couple of strawberries. Berries have a high amount of antioxidants that fight the effects of free radicals. (4)
Free radicals can cause oxidative stress, which leads to inflammation. Inflammation leads to aches, pains, and chronic disease. This smoothie is a tasty way to fight inflammation!
Beets: This ingredient gives the smoothie a gorgeous red color. Many people balk at adding beet to a smoothie, but it adds depth when paired with sweet pineapple and berries! Beets contain nitrates that can help lower blood pressure, leading to better cardiovascular health. (5)
Greens: This recipe is like a salad in smoothie form! If you don’t feel like eating your greens, drinking them is always a great option. I like adding spinach, kale, or collard greens to my smoothie. Stick with leafier greens as those contain more nutrients.
Flaxseed: Flaxseeds are a heart-healthy smoothie addition. They’re full of lignans that can help prevent cardiovascular disease by first lowering your cholesterol. (6) Flaxseeds also contain magnesium, iron, zinc, and a hefty dose of omega-3.
Chia Seeds: Chia seeds help thicken the smoothie, and they contain a lot of plant fiber. That fiber can help you slim down! A study showed that participants who consumed about 35 grams of chia flour (made from ground chia seeds) a day saw desirable results over 12 weeks. (7)
Hemp Hearts: This ingredient is part of the Cannabis plant, but it only contains trace amounts of THC. It does, however, include all of the best features of hemp, including fatty acids that can boost your immune system and clear skin conditions. (8)
Make My Red Green Superfood Smoothie
This simple smoothie takes just minutes to make. Drink it as a meal or a snack! This recipe is one of our all-time Summer favorites, but let’s be honest. It’s great all year!
- 1-2 tablespoons Super Greens Powder
- 1 organic banana
- 1 whole lemon (peel and all!)
- 1 organic avocado
- 1 handful organic berries
- 1 handful organic cubed pineapple
- ½ whole organic beet
- 1 handful fresh greens (organic kale, collards, etc)
- 1 tablespoon ground organic flaxseed(optional)
- 1 tablespoon organic chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon organic hemp hearts(optional)
- Place the super greens powder, banana, lemon, avocado, berries, pineapple, beet, greens, flaxseed, chia seeds, and hemp hearts in a blender.
- Add enough water to fully submerge all ingredients.
- Blend until smooth and pour into a large glass.
Step One: Blend Ingredients
Place the super greens powder, banana, lemon, avocado, berries, pineapple, beet, greens, flaxseed, chia seed, and hemp hearts in a blender. Add enough water to fully submerge all ingredients. Blend until smooth and pour into a large glass. Enjoy!
References:
- https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Potassium-HealthProfessional/
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24443967/
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-research-examines-effects-of-eating-half-an-avocado-with-lunch-on-satiety-and-desire-to-eat-between-meals-239237591.html
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17533652/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23884387
- https://lpi.oregonstate.edu/mic/dietary-factors/phytochemicals/lignans
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25726210/
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2868018/
