Latrell’s Good For You Green Smoothie

Live your best life! That is my motto. My name is Menia L. Chester, I am a chef and owner of Desserts by Latrell and Southern Jazz and Sweets. My goal is to teach you about food, finance, anything about the home, gardening, and healthy living.

August is here and the weather brings us hot weather and plenty of evening showers. When the air is thick and humid there is nothing more refreshing than an ice-cold drink. I like to make smoothies for breakfast these days. Green smoothies give us an opportunity to “eat” more veggies in a quick and economical manner. Smoothies can be high in sugar so be sure to pay attention to the serving size for your recipe. Here is my favorite recipe that incorporates greens into the smoothie…and it is dairy free!

LATRELL’S GOOD FOR YOU GREEN SMOOTHIE SERVES 2

INGREDIENTS

1 cup ice cubes

1 cup spinach

1 cup water or orange juice

½ cup pineapple

½ cup mango

¼ cup blueberries

1 banana

1 tsp honey (optional)

Directions

Place ice cubes into the blender. Add spinach and the rest of the ingredients. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more liquid if needed. Serve immediately.

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