On this episode of Healthytarian Living, host Evita Ochel shares about the benefits of green smoothies and a recipe for a banana-peach-cabbage green smoothie.
Video Content
- the main components and benefits of green smoothies
- nutrition information about the ingredients and final product
- health benefits of this green smoothie
- tips for choosing ingredients and preparation
- a demo of the recipe
Meal Characteristics
- whole, nutrient dense food
- raw
- vegan
- gluten/wheat/grain free
- nut free
- soy and corn free
- rich in antioxidants
- rich in vitamins
- rich in minerals
- rich in phytonutrients
- rich in fiber
- source of healthy fats
- source of healthy protein
- source of healthy carbohydrates
- cholesterol free
- naturally ultra low in sodium
- anti-inflammatory
- cleansing/detoxifying
- anti-cancerous
- healing and preventative
Goodies Needed
- 1 - 2 Organic cabbage leaves (specifically the most outer leaves)
- 1 Organic Banana
- 1 Organic Peach
- 2 TBSP Organic Chia Seeds or Organic Flax Seeds
- water (local spring, well or filtered)
- 2-4 ice cubes - OPTIONAL
Tools Needed
- Vitamix blender
- Smoothie glasses
- Stainless steel utensils
- Silicone spatula
- Glass measuring cup
- Glass cutting board
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