How To Use Oro Blanco In A Green Smoothie Recipe
I recently had the pleasure of trying oro blanco, which is a cross between a white grapefruit and a pummelo (pomelo). The name means “white gold” in Spanish. I’d never heard of this citrus fruit before. I’ve never seen in in a supermarket growing up in the Northeast or where I live now in the [...]
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Calcium-Loaded Coconut-Citrus Detox Green Smoothie Recipe with Kale
Coconut, oranges and kale blend deliciously into this detoxing green smoothie recipe. A splash of lime adds a “zing” that is moderated by the sweetness of the banana. Kale is a rich source of calcium and contributes more than 300 milligrams (30% RDA) of calcium to this smoothie, which has a whopping 63% RDA. Not [...]
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Creamy Banana-Cranberry Detox Green Smoothie With Dandelion
Two of the best fruits to mask bitter flavors of detox greens like dandelion are ripe bananas and oranges. I would consider this an “intermediate” detox smoothie. While I liked the flavor, the bitterness from the dandelion comes through slightly. I’ve grown to appreciate it, but if you’ve never made a green smoothie before, work [...]
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Tomato Smoothie Recipes, Nutrition and Health Benefits
You might not think that tomatoes would work well in a green smoothie. Surprisingly, they do! They blend well with mango, avocado, and they are perfect for savory smoothies or blended soups. I like to make vegetable smoothies with tomato, cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes and red peppers. Tomato Nutrition and Health Benefits Tomatoes are a good [...]
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Tropical Pineapple-Papaya Green Smoothie Recipe
When the snow is falling and the temperatures are falling, I love to drink in some tropical sunshine in the form a a fruity green smoothie! This smoothie if very sweet and so it is perfect for blending with celery and parsley. Feel free to toss in some bitter greens like kale and dandelion as [...]
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Broccoli Green Smoothie Recipes, Nutrition and Health Benefits
Broccoli can be a hit or miss when it comes to green smoothies. The first time Davy added broccoli to his smoothie, he added a few florets. This was before we had our powerful Blendtec Total Blender. Our old blender was no match for broccoli’s toughness and the little “flowers” didn’t blend. He sipped and [...]
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Kiwi-Pear Smoothie with Cilantro and Radish Greens
This smoothie blends the delicious flavors of pear and kiwifruit with cilantro. Both banana and kiwi sweeten the cilantro, making the flavor less intense. You can’t even taste the radish greens, which are mild anyways and perfect for many smoothie recipes. Kiwis are a rich source of vitamin C. The edible seeds contain omega-3 fatty [...]
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Pineapple-Chai Smoothie Recipe With Ginger
There is only one word to describe this smoothie – WOW! “Heaven in a glass” is also a suitable description. Tropical flavors mingle pleasantly with chilled chai tea to create a delicious smoothie that is as healthy as it tastes. I made another variation of this chai smoothie using pumpkin and a medjool date, which [...]
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Apple-Pineapple Tropical Fusion Green Smoothie Recipe With Escarole
Apples and pineapples taste great together in this tropical fusion smoothie. They also make the perfect blend to try out a new (to me) type of leafy green – escarole. Escarole is a type of endive. It has broad leaves and is much less bitter other endives or even kale. Like most leafy greens, it [...]
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How To Make Your Own Coconut Milk
Here’s a simple coconut milk recipe that you can make with shredded coconut. This homemade coconut milk can be used as a liquid in green smoothies, adding a tropical tone that complements tropical fruits like pineapple, mango and papaya. Try it with grapefruit or orange smoothies and juices to help sweeten them. You don’t need [...]
