I love a really fresh smoothie that doesn’t leave you feeling full, tired or bloated. So, today I decided to make this green veggie smoothie- it’s super refreshing and I made it instead of making a juice loaded with vegetables (like I usually do!). This smoothie is light, hydrating and is a great way to power-pack your afternoon with nutrients and fiber to help you feel fuller for longer.

This smoothie is also a good source of many nutrients, including:

• Vitamin C: Kiwi, leafy greens, lemon
• Folate: Greens
• Potassium: All of the vegetables and fruits
• Quercitin: Pear skin
• Gingerol: Ginger
• Monounsaturated fats: Avocado
• Vitamin K: Leafy greens

Enjoy this spring-like smoothie! If you wanted to put this recipe through the juicer just remember to remove the avocado- it’ll get stuck!

• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Total time: 5 minutes
• Makes: 16-20 oz (500 mL)

Ingredients:

• 1 small pear, cored
• 1 kiwi, peeled
• 1 cucumber, chopped
• ¼ avocado
• 1-inch ginger, peeled
• ½ lemon, juiced
• 1 handful spinach
• 4 oz water (can be replaced for unsweetened, plain coconut water)

Directions:

1. Wash and prepare ingredients.
2. Add ingredients to blender and blend on high for 45-60 seconds or until well blended.
3. Serve and enjoy!