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When you hear the term “detox” smoothie, you might assume it’s going to be something you have to plug your nose to drink. Luckily, that’s not the case here! I’ve spent weeks working on this detox smoothie recipe, adding as many plants as possible, so it’s actually delicious and loaded with nutrients.
No expensive supplements or powders are required!
In fact, I recently revisited this recipe to see if I could add even more fiber, in the form of celery and chia seeds. I’m not one to eat a raw celery stick as a snack (no, thank you) so I hope you’ll trust me when I say this tastes amazing… even with the celery added in. The resulting drink now has 12 grams of fiber per glass, and when you use orange juice as the base, it tastes like you might have bought it from a professional smoothie shop.
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“OMG! I am pleasantly surprised! It tastes so good and refreshing! I added one celery stalk for extra hydration and hopefully for more detox effects. Thanks so much for this recipe!” – Samantha
Detox Smoothie Ingredients
- Green Apple: This study shows that eating an apple a day may be almost as effective as taking a statin in reducing the risk of heart disease.
- Pineapple: Rich in antioxidants, this tropical fruit also contains bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme. I’ve tested this recipe with both fresh and frozen pineapple, so either will work here.
- Banana: A great source of potassium, eating bananas may help lower the risk of chronic kidney disease, according to a 2019 study.
- Ginger: Ginger is considered to have anti-inflammatory effects in the body and may help to lower fasting blood sugar levels.
- Spinach: This leafy green has a neutral flavor when added to a smoothie, and this study suggests it may help prevent oxidative damage in the body.
- Cilantro: This fresh herb contains a compound called dodecanal, which has been shown to have antibacterial effects against Salmonella. Parsley can be used as a swap if you prefer!
- Fresh Lemon or Lime: These are a great source of vitamin C, which has been shown to increase white blood cell production in test-tube studies.
- Orange Juice. I highly recommend using this as the liquid if you want this smoothie to taste sweet and delicious the first time you make it. It adds vitamin C and considerably improves the flavor.
How to Make a Detox Smoothie
Step 1:
Slice 1 green apple into chunks, removing the core, seeds, and stem. Chop a celery rib, too, if you want to add that in. (As a celery hater, I can’t taste it in this smoothie when I use orange juice as the base.)
Add that to a high-speed blender, along with 1/2 cup of orange juice (or water), 1 cup of baby spinach, 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup of frozen banana, 1/2 inch of fresh ginger, a small handful of cilantro, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
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Note: Lemon and lime juice can be used interchangeably in this recipe. Use whatever you have on hand! I find lemons easier to juice, so I use them more often.
Step 2:
Secure the lid on your blender and blend until smooth, about 60 seconds. There should be no visible chunks of fruit or greens. If you’d like a slightly slushier texture, you can add a handful of ice cubes and blend again. Don’t add too much ice, or the flavor will be diluted.
Pour the smoothie into a glass immediately and serve. It has the best taste and texture right away.
Storage Tip: If you have leftover smoothie, store it in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Smoothies will separate when stored, so be sure to shake them well before serving again. You can also freeze leftovers in a popsicle mold for a frozen, nutrient-dense treat later!
Easy Detox Smoothie (with NO weird ingredients!)
Ingredients
- ½ cup water (or orange juice)
- 1 green apple , stem and seeds removed
- ½ cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ inch fresh ginger , peeled and minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 celery rib , cut into chunks (no leafy greens)
- small handful fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (or ground flax)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or lime)
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine the water (or orange juice), green apple chunks, pineapple, banana, ginger, spinach, celery, cilantro, chia seeds, and fresh lemon juice. Secure the lid and blend until smooth, about 60 seconds. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender, if needed.
- Taste the smoothie, and if you want a slushier texture, add a small handful of ice cubes. Secure the lid and blend again. (This is optional; don't add too much ice or the flavor will be diluted.) Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it right away.
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If you try this Detox Smoothie recipe, please leave a comment and a star rating below to let me know how you like it.
Pleasantly surprised by the flavor, much tastier than celery/cucumber detox smoothies I’ve tried in the past. The lime, ginger, and cilantro really balanced out.
Hello Megan, how often should I drink a detox smootie?
It’s delicious thank you!
So can you make this any time of day? Or is it best suited for morning
Thank you for making detoxing simple. I was ready to spend money on a juicer but I can use my blender. Going to the store today to get produce to get started.
This combination is totally delicious!
It makes it easy to add more fruit and vegetables to your day. Thank you for another yummy recipe!
This tastes so good! I didn’t have cilantro and used lemon juice instead of lime, it was great! Thanks for this recipe!!! ❤️
I made this morning and loved it. I added 1/2 cup Kehr and Italian parsley and sub arugula.
Hi Meagan,
Love your recipes, thank you. I’m going to sub banana for avocado. How much should I use? I can’t do ginger and thought to add wild blueberries. Would that make the color weird? Thanks!
Today was my first time making this smoothie and I’m obsessed with it now! Thank you!
I thought I would hate the taste but honestly it’s not bad at all, it only cost me 8$ to get all the ingredients and I have more for at least 8 more drinks. I really like it