The blogosphere has been abuzz with talk of these magical smoothies recently. Lily Loves Lola swears by them and Lollipop loves them too.
I adore smoothies, I really do. When they’re done right it feels like you’re drinking up a big glass of creamy goodness. They give me that smug glow I really crave from food. There’s nothing like knowing you’re putting something good and nourishing in your body, something that’s really going to do you good.
So it was only a matter of time before I chucked a handful of spinach into my blender in place of my usual berries and oats combo.
Well, wow is all I can say! This glass of green sludge is, quite simply, amazing. I’m totally hooked. Don’t be put off by the swamp-like green glow emanating from the glass, it tastes like a pimped up banana smoothie.
I easily polished off almost a pint while I tapped away at my keyboard yesterday morning and I have to say that the increased energy these beauties promise was definitely forthcoming. No mid-afternoon slump for me, I was like an essay-writing-duracell-bunny, I just kept going and going.
I followed Joy’s recipe here (AMAZING baking blog, go read) which includes pear and kale too. Angela from Oh She Glows deserves credit for the original Green Monster recipe and she has a whole other blog dedicated to yummy-sounding variations. I’m planning on picking up some flax from my local health food shop this weekend. Flax is high in Omega 3 and 6 and I’m always looking for ways to increase my intake of these as they’re supposed to improve concentration, among other things. Sipping a Green Monster with an extra kick of this would be perfect.
Have you tried a Green Monster yet? Go on… they’re yummy!
Loveaudrey xxx
I haven’t tried this because I broke my smoothie maker by accidentally putting a spoon in it (don’t ask!) but you know I’m an evangelical juicer so as soon as I get back in the smoothie saddle I’l be trying this!
I really want to start making some breakfast smoothies with soya milk and soya yoghurt as I’m now dairy free – I’ve seen a lovely recipe for banana, oats and peanut butter – sounds divine. xxxxx
I don’t have smoothie maker but i’d certainly being trying them if I did!
The doll on fashion
I don’t have a smoothie maker, I just use my blender. I think you have to let it blend a little longer to get it really smooth but it seems to work fine. I’ve just had another one with breakfast, Jesse kept stealing sips too. Perfect way to get children to eat spinach!
That combination sounds amazing Emma, you must post the recipe once you’ve tried it!
xxx
I just use my blender too, it’s very noisy and makes Jamie cry, but getting used to noise is a good thing…right?!
I am a Green Monster convert now, as you know! In fact, when I pop to Tesco later I need to pick up some more banana’s!
Emma, another request for that recipe here please, sounds yum! xxx
I make mine with almond milk, spinach, ground flaxseed and frozen rasberries – these turn it into a slush puppy consistency and make it taste amazing! definitely have more energy and clearer skin since i started drinking them regularly xxx
I’ve heard so many good things about these green monster drinks. My flatmate’s recently brought a blender, so need to get myself some ingredients and get drinking! x