This green smoothie can be enjoyed in a tall frosty glass, or if you like pour it into a bowl and enjoy it as a breakfast soup! Garnish the soup with a few extra pieces of cantaloupe or a few fresh raspberries for a refreshing start to your morning. Ginger lovers , don’t be shy…..the minced ginger tastes delightful here.
Green Smoothie with Cantaloupe + Raspberry
Serving Size: 1 (16 ounces), ~180 calories
Ingredients
2 cups cantaloupe, sliced
1/2 cup raspberries
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1/4 cup water
4-5 ice cubes
1/6th TEAspoon Stevia, or 1 Tbsp of honey or Agave Nectar (optional)
Better-for-you ingredients
Learn more about the better-for-you ingredients in this recipe:
- Cantaloupe This fruit is loaded with vitamins A (antioxidant + vision booster) and C (immunity booster + detox agent). Cantaloupe is also loaded with fiber which is key in a cleansing and rejuvenating diet.
- Ginger Fresh ginger contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Directions
Combine the cantaloupe, raspberries, spinach, ginger, water and ice into a Blendtec, or good powerful blender until smooth and creamy. Adjust to taste. Ginger lovers consider adding some extra ginger. Some of you may also want to add just a hint of Stevia, honey or Agave Nectar. Garnish with freshly sliced canatloupe or a few fresh raspberries if you are planning to enjoy this smoothie as a breakfast soup.
Notes: Stevia is a plant native to Central and South America. It is 300 times as sweet as sugar, but has zero calories. A little Stevia goes a long way. I recommend the Nu Naturals brand of Stevia in powdered form.
