Mango Cardamom Green Smoothie
 
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This smoothie is rich in vitamins, full of phytonutrients and flavonoids to give you maximum antioxidant protection.
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Recipe Type: Juice, Smoothie
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Yield: 1 (16-20 oz.)
Ingredients
  • 6 oz. coconut water or plain water
  • Juice from half a lime
  • Zest from half a lime
  • 1 tsp. minced ginger
  • 1 tbsp. ground flax seeds
  • 1 tsp. cardamom
  • 2 big handfuls of spinach
  • 1 cup frozen mango
  • ½ a frozen medium banana
  • Shredded coconut, goji berries and/or chia seeds for garnish - optional
Instructions
  1. Add all the ingredients as listed (except for the coconut, goji berries, chia seeds). It’s important to put the frozen fruit last so that it’s on top of the spinach. The weight of the frozen fruit will push everything into the blades of the blender.
  2. Set to the puree setting on a Vitamix or other high speed blender for 2-3 mins. at medium-high speed.
  3. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with shredded coconut and/or chia seeds. Drink up and enjoy! To your health.
Notes
It’s best to use a high powered blender like a Vitamix. If you have a regular blender you will need to blend it a bit longer for at least 5-7 mins. or more till you get a creamy consistency.
Recipe by True Forage at https://trueforage.com/green-smoothie-mango-cardamom/