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American Paleo Super Green Smoothie

Find a refreshing and energizing Paleo-friendly smoothie recipe to start your day off right.

πŸ•’ (Prep 5 mins, Cook 3 mins, Total 8 mins)
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

Nuts (flaxseed), Seeds (chia seeds)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh spinach 1 cup kale, chopped 1 medium ripe banana 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup coconut water Optional: 1 scoop protein powder of your choice (omit for strict Paleo)

Instructions

  1. Combine the spinach, kale, banana, pineapple, parsley, chia seeds, flaxseed, cinnamon, and coconut water in a blender.
  2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. If using protein powder, add it at the end and blend again for a few seconds to combine.

Chef’s Insight

Don't be afraid to get creative with your greens; mix it up with different types of leafy green vegetables to keep things interesting.

Notes

Adjust the banana and pineapple according to your desired sweetness level.

Cultural or Historical Background

The Paleo diet focuses on whole, nutrient-dense foods that our ancestors would have consumed in the Paleolithic era. This smoothie embodies those principles.