My go-to move when I feel a cold coming on is a sharp hit of ginger. This strawberry ginger detox smoothie leans on that warmth, with ripe berries rounding out the edge so it never tastes medicinal.
Refreshing Strawberry Ginger Detox Smoothie Recipe
This smoothie features a vibrant mix of strawberries, ginger, banana, and spinach, blended with coconut water for hydration. It takes just 10 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people, making it a convenient option to energize your day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 1 banana, peeled
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup coconut water or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the strawberries and spinach. Hull the strawberries and peel the banana. Grate the fresh ginger.
- Blend the Smoothie: In a blender, combine strawberries, banana, grated ginger, spinach, and coconut water. If desired, add honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Adjust Consistency: Blend until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and nutrition.
Serve it straight from the blender over a couple of ice cubes. The ginger sits at the back of your throat in the nicest way as it goes down.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
