Refreshing Green Lime Smoothie
Ingredients (1 large glass)
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Fresh spinach – 1 cup packed
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Green apple – 1 medium, chopped
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Cucumber – ½ piece, peeled
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Lime juice – 2 tbsp (plus a slice for garnish)
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Mint leaves – 6–8 leaves
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Honey or sugar – 1–2 tbsp (optional)
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Cold water – ½ to ¾ cup
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Ice cubes – 4–5
Instructions
1. Prepare the greens
Wash spinach, mint and cucumber thoroughly. Chop the apple into small chunks.
2. Blend base ingredients
Add spinach, apple, cucumber, mint, lime juice and half the water into a blender.
3. Sweeten (optional)
Add honey or sugar according to your taste.
4. Add ice & adjust texture
Drop in the ice cubes and blend until completely smooth.
Add extra water if you want a lighter, juice-like consistency.
5. Serve
Pour into a tall glass, garnish with a lime slice and insert a straw. Serve immediately while chilled.
Q&A Section
Q: Can I replace spinach with another green?
Yes! Kale, coriander, romaine lettuce or even a mix of greens work well. Spinach gives the smoothest texture.
Q: What if the drink tastes too tangy?
Reduce lime juice to 1 tbsp or add an extra ½ apple or a teaspoon of honey to balance the acidity.
Q: Can I make this smoothie dairy-based?
Absolutely. Replace water with yogurt or milk for a creamier version.
Q: Is this smoothie good for digestion?
Yes. Cucumber, lime, mint and spinach all help with hydration, digestion and detoxification.
Q: Can I store it?
Fresh is best. If needed, refrigerate up to 8 hours in an airtight bottle. Shake well before drinking.
Q: Can I add proteins to make it a breakfast smoothie?
Yes! Add ½ banana, 1 scoop protein powder, 1 tbsp chia seeds, or a handful of oats.
Q: What makes the bright green color?
The vibrant color comes mainly from spinach and mint, supported by apple and cucumber, which don’t darken the mixture.
If you want, I can also provide nutritional information, variations, or a sugar-free version!