Fresh Morning Cucumber Spinach Smoothie

 

A quick blend of cucumber, spinach, mint, and lemon makes for a refreshing way to start the morning, with ginger adding a little warmth and chia seeds an optional fiber boost.

Ingredients

• ½ medium cucumber, chopped
  

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• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 8-10 fresh mint leaves
• Juice of ½ lemon
• ½-1 inch fresh ginger, peeled
• ¾-1 cup cold water
• ½ small green apple, optional, for natural sweetness
• 1 tbsp chia seeds, optiona

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How to Make It

1. Wash the cucumber, spinach, mint, and apple, and chop them into smaller pieces.
2. Add the water to the blender first, then the cucumber, spinach, mint, ginger, lemon juice, apple, and chia seeds if using.
3. Blend for 30-60 seconds, or until smooth, adding a splash more water if needed.
4. Taste and adjust: more lemon for brightness, more mint for freshness, or more ginger for a spicier kick.
5. Pour over ice and enjoy right away.

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