Green Dragon

Revitalize your day with the Green Dragon, a vibrant, nutrient-packed smoothie that strikes the perfect balance between refreshing and energizing. This emerald-hued drink combines the detoxifying powers of spinach and kale with the natural sweetness of banana and pineapple, creating a harmonious blend that's as delicious as it is nourishing. Freshly squeezed lime juice and a hint of ginger add a zesty kick, while chia seeds boost fiber and omega-3s for a healthful touch. Made creamy with unsweetened almond milk and perfectly chilled with ice cubes, this smoothie is ready in just 10 minutes and serves as the ultimate pick-me-up for breakfast or a post-workout treat. Whether you indulge as is or add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, the Green Dragon is your go-to recipe for a refreshing and wholesome green smoothie.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups Spinach leaves
• 1 cup Kale leaves
• 1 large Banana
• 1 cup Pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (peeled and grated)
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 4 pieces Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach and kale thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean cloth or paper towels.

Step 2

Peel the banana and cut it into chunks for easier blending.

Step 3

If using fresh pineapple, remove the skin and core, and cut it into chunks.

Step 4

In a blender, combine the spinach, kale, banana, pineapple, almond milk, and lime juice.

Step 5

Add the grated ginger, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup if you want added sweetness.

Step 6

Top with the ice cubes to make the smoothie chilled and refreshing.

Step 7

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. If needed, you can add a little more almond milk for a thinner consistency.

Step 8

Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or lime juice to your preference.

Step 9

Pour the Green Dragon smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your nutritious drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	911.9 grams (911.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	416

Total Fat 7.80g	10%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 225mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 84.30g	31%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 52.00g
Protein 10.30g	21%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 689mg	53%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1532mg	33%

*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: 15.6%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 75.2%