Quick and Nutritious Smoothies

The Chocolate Chai

A rich, warming smoothie that tastes like a treat but is packed with energy.

Ingredients:
1 frozen banana,
1 tbsp cocoa powder,
2 dates (pitted),
1 tsp fresh ginger,
½ tsp cinnamon,
Pinch of nutmeg,
1 cup almond milk.

Method: Blend until creamy. Add a splash more milk if it’s too thick.

Banana Spinach Power

The classic “Green Monster” that uses banana and dates to mask the taste of the greens.

Ingredients:
2 cups fresh baby spinach,
1 large banana,
3 pitted dates,
1 cup coconut water or water,
Squeeze of lime.

Method: Blend the spinach and liquid first to ensure no leafy chunks remain, then add the fruit.

Beet & Berry Antioxidant

Earthy, sweet, and incredibly high in nutrients.

Ingredients:
1 small beet (peeled and steamed/roasted),
½ red apple,
3-4 slices of carrot,
½ lemon (juiced),
½ cup water or apple juice.

Method: Ensure the beet is soft before blending to get that perfectly smooth texture.

Golden Citrus Ginger

A bright, zingy smoothie designed to boost your immune system.

Ingredients:
1 orange(peeled),
½ banana,
1-inch fresh ginger (peeled),
2 dates,
½ cup orange juice or water.

Method: Blend thoroughly to break down the fibre from the orange and ginger.

Sunshine Glow

A refreshing, carrot-based smoothie that is surprisingly sweet.

Ingredients:
½ cup sliced carrots,
½ red apple,
half inch fresh ginger,
1 slice of lemon, ½ cup cold water or coconut water.

Method: If you don’t have a high-powered blender, grate the carrots first to ensure a smooth finish.

TOP TIP
– Using frozen bananas or apples gives the smoothie a “milkshake” texture without needing ice.
– If any of these are too tart for you, add one extra date or a teaspoon of honey.