As athletes, we know the importance of fueling our bodies with the right nutrients to perform at our best. This Energizing Green Smoothie is not only packed with essential vitamins and minerals but also contains ingredients that can boost your energy levels and support recovery. Plus, it’s delicious! Let’s dive into this simple and nutritious recipe.
This smoothie is perfect for pre-workout fuel, post-workout recovery, or any time you need a nutritious energy boost.
Ingredients
- Handful of fresh or frozen Spinach
- 1/4 small/medium Pineapple, chopped
- 1 ripe or frozen Banana
- 1 tsp Ginseng powder
- 1 tsp Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Oats
- 1 tbsp Ginger, Chopped
- 1 tsp Chamomile dry leaves/flowers
- Water or/and Oat milk (as needed for desired consistency)
- 1 tsp organic Cane sugar (optional, for added calories, energy, and sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare and find all the ingredients.
- Blend it all together:
– In a blender, combine all the ingredients – and blend it all together.
– Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the smoothie is too thick, you can thin it out with more water or oat milk.
– Pour your Energizing Green Smoothie into a glass or a portable container.
Nutritional Benefits
- Bananas: Provide potassium and natural sugars for quick energy and muscle function.
- Pineapple: Good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber. It also contains essential minerals like manganese and copper.
- Chia Seeds: Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein for sustained energy and endurance.
- Organic Cane Sugar: Quick source of carbohydrates for immediate energy.
- Oats: Complex carbohydrates for long-lasting energy, fiber for satiety, and vitamins and minerals for overall health + a good amount of protein.
- Spinach: Excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), vitamin C, and folate. It also contains minerals like iron, potassium, and magnesium.
- Ginger: It contains various bioactive compounds, the most notable of which is gingerol. Ginger also provides essential nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin B6, and dietary fiber.
- Ginseng: Herbal root that contains ginsenosides, and has been used in traditional medicine.