Superfood Green Smoothie is a delightful post workout recovery drink. It is a nutrition loaded powerhouse beverage with utmost combination of superfoods and greens.
This smoothie is definitely a desirable beverage after a workout and a natural way to consume all the goodness of proteins, carbohydrates and not to forget the good fats.
Rohit was running a full marathon last weekend. Therefore after his race he needed the protein shake. Hence, at that moment an idea struck me. So, I decided to give him some fresh healthy and nutritious drink instead of a store bought protein powder.
Easy steps to make Superfood Green Smoothie
I quickly blended cucumber, avocado, spinach, dates, chia seeds, hemp seeds, flax seeds along with some water and topped it with slivered almonds.
It was thick, creamy and full of nutrition. He gulped it down and enjoyed it thoroughly.
Surprisingly, he asked for another glass of it. He thoroughly enjoyed the second helping as well.
I was so encouraged that I decided to test this recipe once again. This time I retested this smoothie recipe on myself.
I blended Superfood Green Smoothie for myself the next day and drank it as my post workout recovery drink. It not only rejuvenated me but gave me back all my energy.
You can be super creative with this drink by altering the measurement of dates depending on your palate. Also feel free to add more cucumber to get the fresh and raw taste. Add more water to make it thinner or let it be creamy and thick. Or enjoy it as a smoothie bowl and drink your smoothie with a spoon. There are innumerable ways to enjoy it.
Ingredients for Superfood Green Smoothie
Cucumber – great to stay hydrated and nourished. Aides in weight loss and provides the required fiber.
Avocado – it consists of healthy monosaturated fatty acids. It’s a nutrient dense food and contains many essential vitamins and minerals.
Spinach – it is low in fat and low in cholesterol. It is the best source of magnesium and folate.
Dates – Helps in bone health promotes healthy heart.
Chia seeds – great egg substitute and versatile. Chia seeds are rich in fiber and minerals. It’s a great source of antioxidant.
Hemp seeds – Excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids. Also it’s extremely rich in vitamin E.
Flax seeds – They are high fiber super food. These seeds contain essential fatty acids and are known to have healthy heart effect. They also have estrogen and antioxidant qualities along with being rich in fiber.
Superfood Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber (peeled)
- 1/2 of whole avocado
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 pitted dates
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1 tbsp flax seeds
- 2 1/2 cups cold water
- 1 tbsp slivered almonds
Instructions
- In a blender combine all the ingredients (except slivered almonds) and blend well.
- Pour the smoothie into the serving glasses and mix in slivered almonds.
- Enjoy immediately.
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Notes
- Feel free to adjust the amount of water depending how thin you want your drink. However this recipe is for a thick and creamy and easily drinkable with a straw. You can also make it thicker and enjoy it as a smoothie bowl.
- Also if you like your smoothie sweeter add couple of more dates while blending the smoothie.
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Kelly Anthony says
Superfood Green Smoothie is precisely what I need for an after workout boost! I always use the same ol’ smoothie recipe. BORING! It’ll be a nice change of pace 😉
Lorie says
I have been on a huge smoothie kick now that the weather has warmed up a bit. This one is going on the list–love a green smoothie and this one is full loaded!
kallee says
I have a smoothie for breakfast everyday. I am always looking for good recipes like this to mix it up a bit.
Linda says
This is my favorite green smoothie! I love the combination of avocado, date, and chia seeds alone and can’t wait to have this daily.
Dominique | Perchance to Cook says
Ooohhhhh I am saving this recipe because I need more superfood smoothies in my life. My baby loves smoothies and this would be a great way for her to get lots of nutrients. YUM
Stefani @ Natural Paleo Family says
Smoothies are a staple in our household, but I have never thought to add dates to them. Dates make everything better, so I’ll be trying that next time!
Gunjan says
Let me know how it turned out for you 🙂
Danielle Wolter says
i need to start drinking these every day. i’ll bet they just make you feel energized, and I’ve put on on a few extra pounds too LOL.
Gunjan says
True. This smoothie is energizing.
Rachel says
This smoothie is so beautiful! Love all the good stuff, especially the chia seeds. The slivered almonds are a nice touch. Who doesn’t like a little extra crunch!
Patti says
Since Rohit drank two servings of this after his marathon, he obviously liked it. I will have to try this with my husband to see if he likes it as much. I just have one question. Did Rohit finish the marathon?
Gunjan says
Yes, Rohit finished his marathon. Infact he timed his running well and succeeded 🙂 Hope you enjoy this smoothie.
kelly smith says
Kids love the color rather than taste, my kids never touch or eat the food which is free from looks. Whenever I cook, my motive is to do something that makes my food attractive and my kids eat that recipe. This is an amazing smoothie. I love its looks.
Molly | Miss Molly Moon says
I love a good green smoothie–and this one is SO much healthier than the one I usually make. This sounds amazing!
Molly // Miss Molly Moon
Nicole Parise says
I love adding dates into my smoothies, such a great sweetener! This looks amazing
xx nicole
Maryanne | the little epicurean says
Love all the ingredients in this smoothie! The cucumber is a nice touch, makes it more refreshing!
Joanie @ One Dish Kitchen says
What a beautiful color and so healthy too. Thank you for sharing this, pinning!
Gunjan says
Thank you Joanie.
Elise Cohen Ho says
I so want this right now but I do not think my family will appreciate me firing up the blender at 1 am. Pinned for a better hour.
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
This sounds so good (even though I haven’t run any marathons!!), and so much better than the protein powder (at least in my opinion)! I’m pinning this straight away!
Gunjan says
I completely agree and tastes so much fresh and real.
Sharon says
Yummmmm! This smoothie looks super thick and creamy and healthy. Just my style! Thanks for sharing this killer recipe!
Gunjan says
Thank you for stopping by Sharon.
Corinne & Kirsty says
I love smoothies! I usually go for fruit smoothies but this one looks absolutely delicious! And so new! and exciting! I don’ even have blender at home, which makes the all process a bit difficult but the moment I get one… xx corinne
Rachel Ritlop says
Mmm how yummy! Super healthy and looks delicious, I need to try and make more smoothies!
shell says
I’m pinning this for tomorrow so I can make it for me and my girls!
Looks SOOOO good!
xo, Shell