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Ginger & Greens Smoothie

By Kristina LaRue, RDN 25 Comments

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Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It’s super refreshing and cleansing! This post is sponsored by the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA), all opinions are my own. 

Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refreshing and cleansing!

Happy March! How is it already March? As much as I enjoy the Christmas season, Easter is up there as one of my favorites. Maybe it’s because I’m obsessed with birds and nests and bunnies and spring colors and decor, but to me it also symbolizes a fresh start and spring cleaning. This time of year just makes me cheerful.

Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refreshing and cleansing!

March is also National Frozen Foods Month, so I’m excited to highlight some of my favorite ways to incorporate foods that are simply frozen for convenience, however rest assured these foods are REAL and made with high quality ingredients. Freezing is the best method for preserving food and locking in nutrients because it’s picked and harvested at the peak of ripeness, and flash frozen!

Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refreshing and cleansing!

So when it comes to spring cleaning, it’s also time to spring clean the diet by finding ways to incorporate more fruits and vegetables to eat well and balanced. I like to start my day off with a spring green smoothie like this Ginger & Greens Smoothie, it’s incredibly refreshing and cleansing and made with two cups of greens and Dole frozen fruit. YUM!!

Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refreshing and cleansing!

One of my breakfast go-to’s whether I’m eating an omelet or a smoothie is Udi’s Gluten Free bread, and I’m obsessed with their new Millet-Chia bread because it has a nutty crutch and it’s higher fiber and protein. I just keep them in the freezer, and pop a slice in the toaster in the morning and spread the warm toast with a smear of almond butter. Convenient and healthy! Double win!

Convenient and easy-to-make recipes are top priorities for me– and that’s why I shop the freezer aisle for Real Food. Frozen.

Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refreshing and cleansing!

This Ginger & Greens smoothie paired with Almond Butter Toast makes a great grab and go breakfast too. Stick a straw in your smoothie, and be out the door with breakfast in hand. Perfect for a busy morning.

Questions: Do you have spring fever too? What are your favorite frozen foods?

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Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It's super refereeing and cleansing!

Ginger & Greens Smoothie


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  • Author: Kristina LaRue
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Yield: 1 smoothie 1x
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Slurp on a Ginger and Greens Smoothie made with fresh ginger, frozen fruit and 2 cups of greens!! It’s super refreshing and cleansing!


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Ingredients

  • 1 inch peeled ginger
  • 1/2 cup frozen mango
  • 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
  • 1/2 ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup ice
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 cup baby kale

Instructions

  1. Place all ingredients in a blender and process on low speed for about 30 seconds and increase to high speed to process until blended and smooth.

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Kristina LaRue, RDN

Hi I’m Kristina LaRue, RD (registered dietitian nutritionist), Peloton addict and mama to two active and hungry boys. On Love & Zest, you’ll find healthy-ish recipes that fuel the whole family. I’m all about veggie-filled breakfast, meal prep recipes, healthier sweets, and easy weeknight dinners made in the Instant Pot or sheet pan.

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Comments

  1. BB says

    June 8, 2020 at 12:38 pm

    WOW! So I’ve been desperately searching for a recipe similar to Tropical Smoothie’s Island Green Detox Smoothie. This is it! No changes, no additions, its perfect! Thank you so much!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue, RDN says

      July 5, 2020 at 1:43 pm

      So glad you think so! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Patty says

    March 26, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    Maybe add some chia seeds or flaxseeds as well?

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      April 2, 2015 at 1:12 pm

      Oh that would be yum~

      Reply
  3. Kelsey @ Snacking Squirrel says

    March 10, 2015 at 6:22 pm

    would be great for my throat as im getting over a cold. and great for st. patty’s day too!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 12, 2015 at 11:11 am

      YES!! festive and therapeutic. 🙂 Feel better soon!

      Reply
  4. Karen Strahl says

    March 9, 2015 at 2:10 pm

    I can’t wait to get started using MyFitnessPal for weight loss! I have been SEARCHING for years that has all this one has AND FOR FREE ! ! !

    Reply
  5. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says

    March 6, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    Looks so refreshing! I love Udi’s breads and need to try this millet and chia one- sounds interesting. I love ginger in everything, especially in smoothies! Best this tastes great after a workout.

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 10, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      Thanks Alex!! It’s yummy 🙂

      Reply
  6. kim says

    March 6, 2015 at 4:26 pm

    Ok to use frozen banana and swap water for coconut water?

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 10, 2015 at 1:16 pm

      Yep!! If you use a frozen banana you might need a bit more coconut water depending on how thick you like it 🙂

      Reply
      • Lila Pacheco says

        March 11, 2015 at 4:57 pm

        Can I use something else in place of the banana? I am allergic to them. To most things anyway, but this recipe is doable if I can swap out the banana for something else. Help….

        Reply
        • Kristina LaRue says

          March 12, 2015 at 11:10 am

          Yep! Add avocado 🙂

          Reply
  7. Sonali- The Foodie Physician says

    March 2, 2015 at 7:43 pm

    I’m totally blown away by the color of this smoothie- so pretty! By the way, Udi’s is the bomb!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 3, 2015 at 8:28 am

      Thanks Sonali!! I love bright green colors!!

      Reply
  8. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    March 2, 2015 at 4:36 pm

    What a great NUTRITION packed smoothie!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 3, 2015 at 8:28 am

      i know right– that’s a lot of greens!

      Reply
  9. Caitlin says

    March 2, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    I LOVE ginger. Cannot wait to try this deliciousness. I bet we have all of these things in our freezer already, hah. Depending on what else is in the smoothie, I’ll even used frozen chopped spinach or kale to help make it a frozen drink!

    Reply
    • Kristina LaRue says

      March 3, 2015 at 8:29 am

      Haha! Ginger is new to me but I’m learning to explore a bit more with it.

      Reply

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