Dr. Chutkan’s Ultimate Green Smoothie

Whether you’re looking for a medicinal food to help restore your gut microbes, an energy boost, or simply a quick and convenient way to get in your daily greens, this green smoothie is for you! Used in Dr. Chutkan’s practice as a nutrient and fiber powerhouse, The Ultimate Green Smoothie can turn a not so good day into a great one!

Serves 2

Ingredients:

8 to 16 ounces coconut water (or fresh green juice)

1 stalk celery (with leaves)

1 cup kale or spinach (including stalk)

1 cup collard greens

1 cup parsley

1/2 to 1 cup pineapple or nectarine

Juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 inch piece fresh ginger

1 small handful of ice

Method: 

Place all ingredients in a high powered blender and mix until smooth.