Spring Salad Smoothie

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Spring Salad Smoothie



  • Prep Time: 
  • Yield: Makes 1 smoothie (about 1 cup)



veggie-drink Recipe


Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup carrot juice
  • 1/2 small ripe avocado, chopped (1/4 cup)
  • 1/4 cup baby spinach or mâche
  • 1/4 cup ice
  • 3 tablespoons frozen wheatgrass juice thawed (such as Evergreen brand)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon matcha tea powder
  • Pinch fine sea salt

Preparation

1. Purée all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled serving glass, and serve

Nutritional Information

Calories per serving:270
Fat per serving:18g
Saturated fat per serving:2g
Monounsaturated fat per serving:10g
Polyunsaturated fat per serving:4g
Protein per serving:7g
Carbohydrates per serving:27g
Fiber per serving:10g
Cholesterol per serving:0.0mg
Iron per serving:5mg
Sodium per serving:58mg
Calcium per serving:70mg

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