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THE PERFECT FALL GREEN SMOOTHIE

favorite fall green smoothie with ice

Honest question – do people still drink green smoothies? In some form or another, I used to have a green drink every single day. Sometimes it was a juice, and sometimes it was a smoothie. But over the past few months I haven’t been too into them. Now all of a sudden, and probably because of the change of seasons, I’m back on my green drink routine. Especially with this, perfect fall green smoothie. 

Dark, leafy greens are in season in the autumn. As well, pears (or apples). And this particular fall smoothie pairs greens with subtle autumnal flavors that are easing me into the cooler weather. 

I generally like green drinks, like smoothies to be a little thin – rather than on the thicker side. Somewhere between a smoothie and a juice. And, I also like to add ice after it’s blended, not during. But you can adjust both of these depending on your own textural preferences. If you prefer them thicker, feel free to add less liquid than what this recipe calls for. Don’t like ice? Simply, don’t add it. 

This fall green smoothie uses a secret ingredient, and even if you don’t think you’re into it I urge you to try it. Because raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar is my best friend. A few tablespoons of this and your tastebuds, digestive system and brain will thank you. I know it might sounds weird and it’s a bit of an acquired taste, but it adds just the right boost of tart and natural sweetness. Especially when paired with pears and cinnamon. I love apple cider vinegar in my berry smoothie too. 

How to make this fall green smoothie. 

Well, it’s very simple. Combine all of the ingredients (sans ice) in a blender and process until smooth and creamy. Pour it over ice, if you’re into it – and enjoy. Or store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. 

green smoothie with apple cider vinegar

green smoothie with flax seed

fall green smoothie poured with blender

green smoothie with empty blender and spoon

favorite fall green smoothie with blender

Yield: 1 smoothie

The Perfect Fall Green Smoothie

favorite fall green smoothie with blender

This green smoothie is packed with nutrients, healthy fats and autumnal flavors like pears and cinnamon.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk)
  • 2 tablespoons raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cups kale
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • 1 medium pear or apple, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons ground flax seed
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ pink Himalayan or fine sea salt
  • ice (optional)

Instructions

1. Add the milk, apple cider vinegar, kale, parlsey, pear, flax seed, cinnamon and salt in a blender and process until smooth.

2. If using, fill a glass with ice, pour in the smoothie, and enjoy.
 

Marly

Tuesday 11th of October 2016

Gotta get those greens in! This looks like a delicious way to do it too.

Maggie

Friday 16th of September 2016

Thank you for this. I've been working to get back on the smoothie bandwagon this month. My husband loves them too, so we'll try this one next week. And I'll try ice after too, love that.

Abby

Thursday 15th of September 2016

I'm like you. I prefer a smoothie that is almost juice, but not quite! I love the idea of adding ice after blending not during. I'll be taking note of that.

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