Power up your usual green smoothie with fresh parsley. It adds tons of nutrients and benefits.
Try my parsley smoothie today for a unique twist and a burst of health benefits!
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Parsley Smoothie (Detoxing)
Refresh and detox with this vibrant parsley smoothie. Packed with vitamins for a healthy boost.
It’s easy to make and can be consumed by anyone!
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup of fresh organic parsley
- 1 cup of fresh organic spinach
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1/2 cup of cucumber slices
- 1/2 cup of coconut water
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
Instructions
- To a high-speed blender, add the cucumber, parsley, and spinach first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes, or until completely smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a cup filled with ice if you like and enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 22.1g
- Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 39.9g
- Fiber: 7.2g
- Protein: 6g
Health Benefits of This Parsley Smoothie
- Rich in Nutrients: Parsley is loaded with vitamins A, C, and K, which support immune health, and more.
- Detoxifying Properties: Parsley is often considered a natural detoxifier, helping to flush toxins from the body due to its diuretic properties.
- Digestive Health: The fiber content in the smoothie, especially from ingredients like spinach, pineapple, and chia seeds, promotes digestive health by aiding in regular bowel movements.
- Hydrating: The cucumber and coconut water makes this smoothie exceptionally hydrating, which is great for overall health and skin health.
- Anti-Inflammatory Benefits: The pineapple and parsley provide anti-inflammatory benefits, which can help reduce swelling and pain associated with inflammation.
- Boosts Energy: With its rich nutrient content and hydrating properties, this smoothie can provide a natural energy boost without the need for caffeine.
- Supports Heart Health: The fiber, potassium, and vitamin content in the smoothie can contribute to heart health by supporting lower blood pressure and improved cardiovascular function.
If you enjoy this parsley smoothie, I recommend that you also try my detox smoothie with cilantro and my heavy metal detox smoothie recipe!
Smoothie Variations And Recipe Notes:
If you don’t have some of the ingredients I used in the recipe, you can swap some of them.
Feel free to experiment on your own, or try my suggestions below:
- Use Frozen Spinach: For a thicker cooler smoothie, use 1-2 nests of frozen spinach instead of fresh spinach.
- Swap The Pineapple: Use berries, bananas, or mango instead.
- Boost With Protein: Add kefir or yogurt (only if you are not vegan) for gut benefits and protein!
- Make It Sweeter: Add a teaspoon of honey, agave, or maple syrup.
- No Coconut Water? Use plain cold filtered or mineral water instead.
Best Time Time to Drink This Parsley Green Smoothie
- First Thing in the Morning: Drinking this smoothie on an empty stomach can help kickstart your metabolism and provide a boost of nutrients and energy to start your day.
- Mid-Morning or Afternoon Snack: This smoothie can be a great mid-morning or afternoon snack.
- With a Meal: If included with a meal, this smoothie can add a rich source of vitamins and minerals, enhancing the nutritional profile of your meal and aiding in digestion thanks to its fiber content.
Personally, I love drinking this smoothie in the morning, but it’s up to you when you want to drink it!