Quick Smoothie Recipe

I generally use what ever fruit and vegetables that I have in the fridge but I do always put in a banana as it helps with the blending consistency. 

I usually chop up the fruit and hard vegetables first and put them in on the bottom near the blade. Leafy greens on top. This just helps to mix more easily and you are not having to constantly open and mix or shake up. 

Ingredients

x1 banana - I use about 3/4 and then use the rest on top

x1 beet - depending on the size, half if its a big one. 

x1 handful of blueberries

x2 big handful's of spinach

x1 other leafy greens -this may be whatever you have - kale is great but is very fibrous and will change the consistency so play with the amount. Start with a handful and go from there depending on your taste. 

x1 apple -  or half and then use the rest on top or on the side. 

A bit of whatever you fancy or what is in season. The above is generally my base and then I add in a little bit of whatever I have e.g., cabbage, carrot etc etc. 

Mix it up to the consistency you like. Some people put into a glass and drink - I find the consistency too thick for that and like to eat with a spoon -but there are no rules and regulations about these things! If you like the consistency a bit more fluid you might like to add a little water, coconut water or aloe vera -all good ways to give it a little more fluidity. Add little bit by little bit though - a little goes a long way.

Toppings can include nuts and seeds. I like to lightly toast mine -cast iron pan on the stove top. Coconut is lovely on top - just make sure you get unsweetened version. I love pomegranate at the moment - it gives a lovely crunch. Sometimes I add in oats if I feel like I need a little more sustenance. 

Go ahead give it a try and enjoy! Play around with amounts and what you put in until you find a mix of what works for you. Let me know how it goes!