Whether you’re looking to jump start healthy eating or just wanting to add more nutrients to your daily routine, this Green Apple Detox Smoothie is jam packed with flavor and good things. I love starting my day with this smoothie + eggs for protein or enjoying it as a refreshing afternoon drink in the summer! It’s vegan, gluten-free, easy to make, and delicious (yes, a green detox smoothie that’s ACTUALLY delicious, friends)!
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The Benefits of Detox Smoothies
There are SO many incredible benefits to drinking detox smoothies on a daily or even weekly basis. While they can contribute to weight loss, the main reason to drink detox smoothies (or green smoothies) is for the nutrients they provide and how they contribute to overall wellness. Here are some of the benefits of detox smoothies:
- Digestive health
- Improves hydration
- Loaded with vitamins
- Antioxidants
- Skin health
- Potential increase in energy
They are also great for kickstarting a new healthy eating plan! No matter what your goals are, adding detox smoothies into your menu and routine is always a great idea.
Ingredients
Ready to get started? Here’s what you’ll need!
- Green Apples – Or any type of apples!
- Celery
- Kale
- Frozen Pineapple
- Coconut Water
- Ginger – Freshly peeled and grated or ginger powder work great.
- Lemon Juice
- Banana – Totally optional, but adds a creamy and sweet texture that makes this green smoothie delicious.
Optional Add-In: This smoothie also tastes great with a little bit of plant-based vanilla protein powder!
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How to Make a Detox Smoothie
Green detox smoothies are SO easy to make! Here’s how to blend it together:
- Blend kale, coconut water, and grated ginger (or ginger powder).
- Add in a green apple, frozen pineapple, celery, and banana (optional).
- Blend until smooth and enjoy!
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Tips for grating ginger
Grating fresh ginger can seem intimidating, but it’s actually easier than you may think! Simply cut off a knob of the ginger, then use a spoon to peel the outer skin. Use a grater (a microplane grater works best) to grate the ginger and that’s it! Add it to your favorite smoothies, meals, and anything you want.
Use a lot of ginger? Here’s a tool that can peel, grate, and slice ginger all in one! Another option is to just use ginger powder.
Batch Making Smoothies
Did you know that you make smoothies in big batches and then freeze them for later? This is a huge time saver for busy mornings!
Simply blend everything together and pour into mason jars. Add airtight lids and store them in the freezer for up to 2-3 months! When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw the smoothie out the night before in the refrigerator or microwave for 30-60 seconds.
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Green Apple Detox Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen kale
- 1 1/2 cups coconut water
- 1-2 Tbsp grated ginger (or 1/2 tsp ginger powder)
- 1 medium green apple
- 2-3 stalks celery
- 2 cups frozen pineapple
- 1 medium banana
- 1/2 medium lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Blend the kale, coconut water, and grated ginger.
- Add in the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Optional Add-In: This smoothie also tastes great with a little bit of plant-based vanilla protein powder!
- Did you know that you make smoothies in big batches and then freeze them for later? Blend, pour into jars, and store them in the freezer for up to 2-3 months!
Grateful Qt says:
Here’s a Twist on this recipe… for stronger detox results, use a whole lemon peeled and seeded, and two apples instead of one, add Cayenne pepper, thyme, Ceylon cinnamon, turmeric fresh or powdered, and if you wish, substitute the kale for fresh spinach or arugula and cilantro which are both highly detoxifying. Blend with original recipe ingredients (-;
Tammy says:
I’ve never been one for green juices honestly until I tried this smoothie. It’s creamy and refreshing, but the trick is the coconut water. Makes it so yummy…fantastic idea and now I’m hooked!
Gunjan says:
This smoothie is exactly what I needed today. The flavors blends so well and came out perfect. Totally making this again and again and again.
Jenny says:
What a great recipe. So fresh and lovely. Thank you, I will add this smoothie to my morning breakfast from now on. It’s terrific.
Hayley Dhanecha says:
What a beautiful and refreshing detox smoothie. Looks so tempting. Adding kale and ginger makes it all the more tempting.
Marta says:
Our recent move had us eating more fast food than we really wanted. My husband and I were just talking about a detox. Thanks for sharing!
Chef Dennis says:
Tasty! This Green Apple Detox Smoothie looks absolutely delicious and healthy Perfect for me and for my wife
Deborah Brooks says:
how interesting I love all of the different flavors you have in here! Looks really refreshing
Bernice says:
Wow, I thought I was doing well with just kale and pineapple but adding some banana and especially green apple would really pep this smoothie up. It’s a must try!
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says:
I love using kale in my smoothies and love this recipe with tropical flavors and apple. I have a lot of tender kale in my backyard and I will be treating myself to this detox smoothie.
Colleen says:
What a delicious and healthy way to start my day! I love this smoothie, Thank you!
Gloria says:
Lots of healthy ingredients in this smoothie recipe. Perfect for lunch on a hot summer day. The colour is pretty too.
Jessica Formicola says:
Smoothies are one of my favorite ways to start the day, and this green apple version is perfection! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!