Refresh with this green apple ginger smoothie, which is not only good for you but so delicious too!
Whether you want to cleanse your body or simply want to include healthier meals and drinks in your diet, this smoothie is for you.
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Easy Green Apple Ginger Smoothie
Whip up an easy green apple ginger smoothie, a refreshing and zingy blend that’s perfect for boosting digestion and invigorating your day with simple, healthy ingredients.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 green apple (washed and cored)
- 1 fresh ginger (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 1 handful of spinach (washed)
- 3–4 fresh mint leaves (washed)
- 1 frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup almond milk (Unsweetened)
Instructions
- To a blender, add the apple and spinach first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes, depending on the power of your blender.
- Pour into a glass cup with ice if you like, and enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe tips, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 208
- Sugar: 36.2g
- Fat: 1.8g
- Carbohydrates: 51.1g
- Fiber: 7.4g
- Protein: 3g
Apple Ginger Smoothie Benefits
This green apple weight loss smoothie contains numerous nutrients, thanks to the use of fresh and nutritious ingredients.
The smoothie also helps boost your metabolism, hydrate you, and more.
Here’s an overview of the benefits of this green smoothie:
- Rich in Antioxidants: Ingredients like green apple, lemon, and spinach are high in antioxidants. (Source)
- Boosts Immunity: The high vitamin C content from lemon, pineapple, and spinach supports the immune system, helping your body fight off infections more effectively. (Source)
- Aids Digestion: Ginger and mint provide digestive benefits, helping to soothe the stomach, reduce bloating, and promote healthy digestion. (Source)
- Supports Heart Health: Ingredients like spinach and apple are beneficial for heart health, thanks to their fiber content and the presence of heart-healthy nutrients that can help lower blood pressure and improve overall cardiovascular health. (Source)
- Low in Calories but Nutrient-Dense: This smoothie is relatively low in calories but packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making it a nutritious option that can help with weight loss.
- Improves Skin Health: The vitamins and minerals, especially vitamins A and C, present in this smoothie can contribute to healthy, glowing skin by supporting the repair and maintenance of skin cells. (Source)
- Provides Natural Energy: The natural sugars in the fruits, offer a quick source of energy without the crash associated with processed sugar. (Source)
If you like this smoothie, I recommend that you also try my cucumber red apple smoothie and my green apple detox smoothie recipe.
Smoothie Variations & Recipe Notes
I have been making this recipe for several years now, and I love trying new things each time I make it.
Below I will leave some of my favorite variations of this recipe you could try:
- The Ginger: In cases when you don’t have fresh ginger root, swap it for 1/3 tsp of ground dried ginger.
- Add Some Protein: Incorporate 1/2 cup of cottage cheese or yogurt if you are not dairy-free.
- The Pineapple: Can be swapped for mango, berries, or banana. Just make sure the fruit is frozen.
- Caffeine Boost: Add 1/3 teaspoon of matcha powder for an energizing antioxidant boost.
- Nutrient Boost: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds for extra fiber, protein, and plant-based omega-3s.
Equipment:
| Blender Type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
| Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
| BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
| Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
| Oster 6640 Blender | x |
| Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
| AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
| Wamife Blender | ✓ |
My Oster blender and Blendjet struggled to blend the smoothie smooth enough, which is why I do not recommend using these two blenders for this recipe.
The other blenders on my list did a wonderful job.
Dietary:
| Type Of Diet | Suitable |
|---|---|
| Vegan-Friendly | ✓ |
| Dairy-Free | ✓ |
| Gluten-Free | ✓ |
| Diabetic-Friendly | ✓ |
| Paleo-Friendly | ✓ |
| Keto-Friendly | ✗ |
| Raw Food-Friendly | ✓ |