Tropical Green Delight Smoothie
Quench your thirst and nourish your body with this Tropical Green Smoothie recipe, made with coconut water! Coconut water, which is sourced from young, green coconuts, is a clear and slightly sweet liquid that provides a rich source of electrolytes. Electrolytes are electrically charged minerals that are essential for maintaining fluid balance and regulating bodily functions, such as nerve impulses and muscle contractions. Some minerals found in electrolytes include potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium, and phosphorus.
By blending coconut water with leafy greens and tropical fruits, this smoothie offers a delicious and refreshing way to replenish electrolytes lost during physical activity or illness. So, next time after your exercise or you’re feeling under the weather, give this Tropical Green Smoothie a try! Enjoy the taste of the tropics while nourishing your body from the inside out!
Prep Time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 Serving Size: 20 oz.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup coconut water
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup nonfat vanilla greek yogurt
- 2 handfuls spinach
- 1 ½ cups tropical frozen fruit blend (ex. Pineapple, mango, and banana)
- 1 tbsp. Chia seeds
Directions:
- Add coconut water, water, greek yogurt, spinach, frozen fruit, and chia seeds to a blender. Blend for 30 seconds or until smooth. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
If using this recipe in your personalized ATNG meal plan, 1 protein/dairy, 1 vegetable, 2 fruits/carbs, and 1 fat.
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