It's Not Easy Being Green

My current favorite green smoothie. Not creamy at all. Crisp, light and bright. This smoothie packs a veggie punch with just enough sweet to make you forget it’s a green smoothie.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz. coconut water

• 2 c baby spinach

• 1/4 c frozen or fresh pineapple

• 3-5 slices of cucumber (peel remains)

• 1 stalk of celery, cut into pieces

• 2 t honey (optional)

• 1 t freshly grated ginger

• squeeze of fresh lemon or lime

Directions:

• Place everything in a blender and puree until smooth.

• If needed, add liquid to achieve desired consistency.

• If using fresh pineapple and want a thicker consistency, add ice cubes.

Note: you can add a vanilla or unflavored protein powder. I like to keep it lighter and not creamy.