Green Smoothie Perfection

Here's what you need to know about smoothies. They are so easy to make! Sometimes it feels like it's going to be an event, but it is always easier than I imagine and I'm always happy I made one. There's something about a green smoothie too. It feels like you're doing something good for yourself just by looking at it, but of course I recommend drinking it. And, what better month to perfect a green smoothie than March? I often make smoothies for breakfast (along with a bowl of oatmeal because that's my breakfast staple) and I also love them for a mid-morning or afternoon snack. Need an easy nutritious dinner? Breakfast for dinner with green smoothies! Perfection at every meal. Here's my favorite recipe for a green smoothie. You can always substitute what you have in your freezer, refrigerator and even pantry (seeds & nuts in smoothies are my favorite). Keep in mind that darker color ingredients, such as frozen berries, will turn the color of smoothie, but it will still taste amazing.

Yield: ~4 cups or 4 servings

Prep & blend time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup cucumber, partially peeled

1 cup packed spinach

1 large banana

1/2 cup frozen pineapple (easily sub mango and peaches, although I prefer the consistency with pineapple)

1 cup dairy free milk of choice

1/4 cup sliced almonds

1/4 cup ground hemp seeds

Preparation

Add all ingredients to your blend. Blend on high until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more plant-based milk. Enjoy cold or freeze for up to 3 months. If you plan to freeze and drink individual servings each day, divide prior to freezing to easily blend 1 serving at a time.