Green Machine Smoothie

I rarely drink smoothies. It's only when I'm a bit dehydrated that I find myself craving one. I'm not a fan of drinking my food for a few reasons. First off, I don't find it as satisfying or satiating. In fact, it's not. Your brain responds differently to liquid calories than to those you actually have to chew and digest. I guess that's my only reason. But, I do understand if you simply need to get quick, quality calories. So, here is a recipe for you.

Ingredients

1/2 banana (Kitchen hack! Keep ripe and peeled bananas in the freezer for your smoothies.)

1/2 green apple

1/2 c spinach

1/2 c chopped celery

1/2 avocado

1/2 c coconut milk (canned)**

Throw it all in a blender and enjoy!

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