Simple 5 Ingredient Green Smoothie

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This Simple 5 Ingredient Green Smoothie could be "Day 1" of your new healthy lifestyle, as well as your go-to when you want something fast and delicious. This weight loss smoothie is both hydrating and energizing. The avocado gives this smoothie a creamy, luxurious texture. The natural sweetness from the coconut water, apple, and mango offset the bitterness from the kale.

two mason jars with green smoothie being poured into the one of them — pour this yummy smoothie into a mason jar for grab and go a breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up

While this makes a great breakfast smoothie, it's never a bad idea to have something energizing, nutrient-dense, and tasty, no matter what time of day.

This Simple 5 Ingredient Green Smoothie has:

Coconut water (plain, unsweetened)
Kale
Apple
Mango (fresh or frozen)
Avocado

ingredients for the simple 5-ingredient green smoothie in a blender with ice. — Five ingredients (coconut water, kale, apple, mango, avocado) plus ice make the perfect green smoothie.

Feel free to make substitutions with this green smoothie. For example, use spinach instead of kale, pineapple instead of mango, or pear instead of apple. You can't go wrong with adding more whole plant foods to your routine.

Consider having these 3 components when making any green smoothie:

Dark leafy green vegetables increase nitric oxide production, which improves heart and brain health.
Vitamin C-rich foods like mango, pineapple, and citrus fruits work synergistically with dark leafy greens to boost nitric oxide levels.
Healthy plant fats like avocado aid the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin K in dark leafy greens.

Common Questions

Is it okay to drink a green smoothie every day?

Yes, but that shouldn't be the only thing you eat (or drink). A green smoothie can be a healthy part of an overall whole food plant-based diet with various other foods like beans, lentils, whole grains, seeds, and nuts. It's also good practice to eat a rainbow of different vegetables and fruits. The bottom line is, variety is key!

What greens are best for smoothies?

Any dark leafy cruciferous greens are good, and it's good practice to mix things up. In addition to kale, Swiss chard, baby bok choy, spinach, arugula, and salad greens are excellent options. They'll change the taste of the smoothie, especially arugula. However, that keeps things interesting.

How long do green smoothies keep?

This green smoothie is best when you drink it right away. If you're not going to consume it immediately, be sure to store it in an airtight container, such as a mason jar, and finish it within 24 hours.

side top view of simple 5 ingredient green smoothie in two glass mason jars — this smooth creamy beverage is a great way to add leafy greens to your diet

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We hope you love this Simple 5-Ingredient Green weight loss smoothie, and that it becomes a favorite for you too. Please rate and leave a comment below. Be sure to share a picture on Instagram and tag us @danielsplaterecipes so we can see your creation!

Simple 5 Ingredient Green Smoothie

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Author: Gigi & Sersie
Total Time: 8 minutes
Yield: 2 1x
Diet: Vegan

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This Simple 5 Ingredient Green Smoothie could be "Day 1" of your new healthy lifestyle, as well as your go-to when you want something fast and delicious. This smoothie is both hydrating and energizing. The avocado gives this smoothie a creamy, luxurious texture. The sweetness from the coconut water, apple, and mango offset the bitterness from the kale. #greensmoothie #healthyveganrecipes #danielfastrecipes #kale #apple #coconutwater #mango #avocado

Ingredients

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1 cup chopped kale
1 apple (any type)
1 cup mango, cubed
½ avocado, pitted
17 oz. plain, unsweetened coconut water*
Ice

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Instructions

Put all ingredients into a blender and blend at high speed for about 20 to 30 seconds. Drink immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

*Note: Most brands of plain, unsweetened coconut water have a container size that's around 17 fluid ounces. Just use one of those. Or if you have a larger container that's around 34 fluid ounces, measure about 17 ounces for this recipe.

Notes

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Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Smoothie
Method: Blender
Cuisine: American

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