Ginger Cilantro Green Shake

Revitalize your day with this vibrant Ginger Cilantro Green Shake, a nutrient-packed blend that perfectly combines fresh greens, zesty citrus, and a touch of natural sweetness. Featuring a base of spinach, cilantro, and cucumber, this smoothie delivers a refreshing burst of flavor, while fresh ginger and lime juice add a lively kick. The creamy texture comes from a ripe banana and almond milk, making it completely dairy-free and vegan-friendly, with the option to sweeten it naturally using honey or maple syrup. Ready in just 10 minutes, this energizing green shake is perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout replenishment, or a healthy snack. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and a detoxifying touch, this smoothie is the ultimate green drink to fuel your body and refresh your palate!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 0.5 medium Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 medium Banana
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk alternative)
• 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 4 pieces Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach, cilantro, and cucumber thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Peel the ginger and cut it into small pieces for easier blending.

Step 3

Cut the cucumber into chunks. You can leave the skin on for extra nutrients if it’s organic.

Step 4

In a blender, add the spinach, cilantro, ginger, cucumber, lime juice, banana, and almond milk.

Step 5

Add honey or maple syrup, if desired, for additional sweetness.

Step 6

Throw in ice cubes to make the shake cold and refreshing.

Step 7

Blend everything on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.

Step 8

Taste and adjust sweetness or lime zest if necessary.

Step 9

Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy Ginger Cilantro Green Shake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	851.1 grams (851.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	272

Total Fat 4.30g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 309mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 57.10g	21%
Dietary Fiber 4.40g	16%
Total Sugars 38.60g
Protein 5.00g	10%

Vitamin D 150IU	750%
Calcium 769mg	59%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 904mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.5%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 79.6%