Cranberries are an antioxidant powerhouse, so get them fresh during the fall and winter. By drinking this Healing Cranberry Cleanser green smoothie with cranberry, your body will experience the immediate effects of natural energy. Get your healthy dose of vitamin C and fiber in this healing green smoothie!
ingredients
2 cups kale, fresh
1 cup water
1 cup cranberries
2 oranges, peeled
2 bananas
– Serves 2 –
directions
Blend kale and water until smooth. Next add the remaining fruits and blend again.
* Use at least one frozen fruit to make the green smoothie cold.
TIP: Keep as much of the orange pith (the white part) on to add nutritional benefits. Because of the cranberries, your smoothie may turn out more “purple-ish.”
I’m a newbie to green smoothies and am eager to get started. In general, can frozen fruits (and veggies) be substituted for fresh? I’m looking for ways to make these smoothies a quick morning fix to take on the road to the office.
Absolutely, Janice! We do it all the time. It makes our fruit last longer and our smoothies colder
Is there any of these juices or shakes good for hair loss or stress? ..
Just made this and it does not look anything like the picture, it’s brown, not green. But I love the flavors and the boost it gives first thing in the morning!
Well, this smoothie looks nothing like your picture and is a little bitter. Luckily I like cranberries!! It looks like Mudd!! So far my favorites are the beginner and the SPA smoothie! Also, I notice that it definately did not make as much as ususal. I followed the recipe to the T. Also, would spinach tone down the bitterness? Thanks
Hello,
I just started green smoothies to help me lose weight and I love your site. I was wondering is there anyway that you guys can add a printer friendly version of your recipes to your pages. I’m having such a hard time printing them. Thank you.
Tahaji
Hi Tahaji— that’s a great question/idea. Jadah and i will look into— because that would be awesome. We do have an eBook we just published Jan 31 and there are printable recipes cards in there that are super cute and easy to use. Thanks for throwing a great idea out there— i really appreciate it!
what can i use if i dont have oranges
You could use orange juice or maybe add some mango. Just make sure to add some more water if you are using mango since it’s not as juicy as a fresh orange.
What can be subbed for flaxseed? anything else? chia?
Hay Sam. You can use flaxseed oil, hemp hearts and chia seeds— all of them are great ways to boost a smoothie. I try and rotate the ones i use daily to get balance in my smoothies.
Hi! Can I use spinach instead of kale? My husband agreed to try this if I leave out the kale. Haha
Definitely. Spinach is more mild than kale, and will totally work. He might be surprised though and actually enjoy the kale! What about doing 50% kale, 50% spinach?
I am so excited to try out this smoothie!!! I have been slowly trying new smoothie mixes and whatnot (just kind of throwing things together in a blender and so far they have all turned out great!) Thank you for this recipe!!
You are welcome Shannon!