Green Smoothies are popular because they are a great way to eat those leafy green vegetables we know are so nutritious. Our Grapefruit Green Smoothie balances tart and sweet flavors and the result is amazing. When you add Juicy, sweet, fresh Hale Groves Grapefruit, you are not only making your green smoothie tasty, you are also adding the powerful vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant punch that only Grapefruit can deliver.
An apple and a frozen banana combine to add sweetness, texture, and extra nutrients to make this a smoothie super-food. This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, dairy free, and naturally sweetened. It’s also easy to make, only uses 5 ingredients, and can be made in ten minutes from start to finish. Gather these wholesome items, your blender, and make this Grapefruit Green Smoothie for breakfast, an easy snack, or as an after-workout boost.
Ingredients
1 Medium Grapefruit, peeled, seeded, cut into sections, and juice reserved
1 Large Apple, cored and peeled
2 Cups Fresh Spinach.
1 Large, Ripe Banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen
2 or 3 large ice cubes
1/2 Cup Unsweet Almond Milk
1/2 tsp Fresh Ginger, peeled and grated
Directions
Peel, slice, and freeze the ripe banana overnight in a single layer in an airtight container. Work over a bowl to peel, seed, and cut the grapefruit so you can catch all the juice. Combine all ingredients (including saved grapefruit juice) into a blender pitcher and blend until smooth. Add extra ice cubes to thicken, or extra milk to thin as you blend to desired consistency. Serve with a large straw and enjoy.
Tips
Substitute your favorite milk, such as oat or coconut if desired.
Freeze the prepared smoothie in ice trays, store frozen for up to a month, then simply let thaw slightly and blend to enjoy.
Add protein powder for a well-rounded meal replacement smoothie.