Certain unromantic things come with adulthood: putting away one’s laundry, paying one’s taxes, drinking one’s spinach.
Certain amazingly romantic things come with adulthood: eating a giant bowl of popcorn with truffle oil for dinner, painting one’s shoes in gold glitter, falling asleep on the couch while bingeing on episodes of The Shield.
It all balances itself out, and… if I might say, the scales definitely tip to the positive end when it comes to adultland.
This week is all about balancing the scales and putting things in order. I’m knocking things out, big and small (seriously though… mostly small). I’m hanging pants on hangers. I’m putting clean laundry away like a grown-up. I’m ingesting coffee and gin, generously and separately, because I can (and I’m worth it). I’m drinking my greens, all proper-like.
I’ve also eaten my weight in white chocolate chunks. All I needed was an excuse to buy a bag. This really is so dangerous.
Just look at all this health! Greens on greens. Fruit: squared. Seeds and magic powder.
This is a feel-good situation. Different from the feel-good nature of cheesecake, but similarly profound.
Let me tell you about the extras we’re working with.
Barley Grass, Wheat Grass & Alfalfa from Amazing Grass. It’s like adding a green powder bull dog to your body and health. Bull dogs are the picture of ferocious health… right? Single serving packets are also available. Rad.
Maca Powder is derived from a Peruvian root. I like it for its mind and body energy boost. It also help with stamina if you’re the type of person who likes to go nutso in spin class (like me). Someone described maca powder as ‘nature’s viagra’ which is exactly the way NEVER TO DESCRIBE ANYTHING EVER… please and thank you.
Chia Seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, protein, and fiber. All good things! When the dry seeds are combined with liquid they acquire a slightly gelatinous coating. Weird and awesome.
These are optional, but really powerful additions to our smoothie.
The fact that we’re drinking spinach is also good enough for government work. ‘Good enough for government work’ is such a mom expression.
It’s like the heavens are shining down on our glass of health.
This smoothie is green without tasting terribly green. It’s thick and sweet thanks to the bananas. The kiwi adds a tartness and mouth-pucker that only kiwi can give provide.
Truth be told, I kicked off this smoothie with a big cup of creamy coffee. That’s just real life.
Spinach, Kiwi & Chia Seed Smoothie
makes 1 large or 2 small smoothies
For the Smoothie:
1 1/2 cups almond milk, cold
1 1/2 cups packed baby spinach leaves
1 banana, cut into chunks and frozen
1 ripe kiwi, peeled, cut into chunks
Awesome Extras:
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 tablespoons wheat grass powder
1/2 to 1 teaspoon maca powder
In a blender, combine almond milk, spinach leaves, frozen banana chunks, and kiwi chunks. Add some of the awesome extras if you’re so inclined. Blend until smooth. Enjoy immediately.
Kiki Rodriguez
What does this list of ingredients target
health wise?
Claudin
Just made this smoothie as a post workout recovery treat (I had Chia on hand to add, like you suggested) – super delish! Ice cold makes it even better!
Amber Roy
Has anyone calculated the calorie value for this smoothie yet?
Xochi
So I saw chia seeds in my local produce store and my first thought was, “Super food green smoothie!” I’m so glad I bought them and tried this recipe, it’s delicious and SOOOO good for you! I had strawberries instead of kiwi which totally mussed with the color but still made it tasty. Now I’m thinking of using half an avocado in my next drink… mmm with mango as the extra fruit. Thank you Joy for all of the inspiration! :)
VL Yates
What are the stats on the spinach, kiwi and chia seed smoothie? As in calories, fat, etc.?
Chia Lovers
I love the idea, thanks for sharing. Here’s a great tip from me – Chia seeds absorb liquid, adding them to your favorite smoothie can be a great way to get the fiber and protein you need in your diet. When adding chia to a smoothie recipe, first pour water into your blender and add the chia directly. Let the chia absorb some of the water for 5 minutes. This will activate the chia and turn it into a gel. Then proceed by adding your favorite fruits and vegetables (for green smoothies).
Nelda
It’s fantastic!
Thanks for sharing!
Howdy from one day cold and the following hot, state of Texas
Ricky
This has got to be the most interesting smoothie I have ever seen. I usually stick to the fruit realm only but this one has an awesome combination of flavors and who doesn’t love a good “magic powder”. Great website too by the way!