Sunday, May 1, 2011

Drinkin' o' the Green






















This was posted on my website on St. Patrick's Day - I'm giving it a new home here...

What will you be drinking this St. Patrick's Day?  If a spot o' green beer at the local pub is on your agenda for Thursday evening, why not add in a healthy green drink for breakfast?  Packed with vitamins, minerals, enzymes & countless phytonutrients - not to mention amazing flavor - this energy-boosting cocktail will jump-start your day and may help sustain your energy well into the wee hours!  Give it a whirl!

Green Pineapp-Ale

1 banana, fresh or frozen
1 green pear
1 kiwi
1/2 C pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
1 stalk celery
4 leaves romaine
handful of cilantro
squeeze of lime
1-2 C water

Add ingredients to blender in order listed, cutting fruit & greens into small pieces if not using a high-speed blender such as a VitaMix.  Blend until creamy, adding ice, if desired.  Garnish with a slice of kiwi & a sprig of cilantro.

Optional: for extra energy & nutrition, including protein & Omega 3 fats, add 2 Tbsp hemp seeds, 2 tsp ground flax seeds & 1 tsp chia seeds before blending.

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