Phytochemical Super Shake
Boost your energy and nourish your body with the vibrant Phytochemical Super Shake—a powerhouse blend of nutrient-dense ingredients designed to fuel your day. Packed with antioxidant-rich spinach, kale, and mixed berries, this smoothie delivers a generous dose of essential vitamins and phytochemicals to support your overall health. The natural sweetness of banana pairs perfectly with the zing of fresh ginger and a splash of tangy lemon juice, while chia seeds add a kick of omega-3s and fiber. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and blended with creamy almond milk, this easy 5-minute recipe is a delicious way to kickstart your morning or recharge after a workout. Enjoy this frosty, immune-boosting shake as the ultimate guilt-free treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Spinach leaves
- 1 cup Kale leaves
- 1 cup Frozen mixed berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries)
- 1 medium Banana
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (peeled and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Wash the spinach and kale leaves thoroughly under cold running water.
Peel the banana and chop it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the spinach, kale, frozen mixed berries, banana, and almond milk.
Add the chia seeds, fresh ginger, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup (if using) into the blender.
Toss in the ice cubes for a frosty consistency.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or tartness with more honey or lemon juice if needed.
Pour the Phytochemical Super Shake into two glasses and serve immediately for maximum freshness and nutrient retention.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.7 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 271 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 870 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1333 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
