Joint Soothing Smoothie
Joint soothing smoothie is made in my Vitamix with cayenne pepper, ginger, and garlic; all excellent remedies for inflammation that cause pain.
Servings 3
Calories 37kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 2 leaves lacinto kale
- 1 handful of spinach
- 1 handful of parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 stalk of celery
- 1/2 of a beet about 4 ounces
- 1/2 of a cucumber
- 1-2 cloves of garlic
- 3 ice cubes
- dash of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients except cayenne pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.1 cup water, 2 leaves lacinto kale, 1 handful of spinach, 1 handful of parsley, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, 2 medium carrots, 1 stalk of celery, 1/2 of a beet, 1/2 of a cucumber, 1-2 cloves of garlic, 3 ice cubes
- Set the Vitamix to pre-programmed Smoothie setting and start the machine. It will automatically shut off once the cycle is complete.
- Pour a portion into an 8 ounce glass, top with a dash of cayenne pepper, and stir.Yields 24 ouncesdash of cayenne pepper
Notes
- Can I use a food processor to make this smoothie? Yes, if you don’t have a super blender, a food processor can be used to prepare this smoothie.
- Can I adjust the spiciness of the smoothie? Absolutely! Control the cayenne pepper and ginger to suit your taste.
- Is this smoothie suitable for vegans? Yes, it’s entirely plant-based and vegan-friendly.
- Can I add protein powder? Sure! Customize with your favorite protein boosters.
- Can I make this smoothie in advance? While fresh is best, you can store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. However, keep in mind that separation may occur due to the natural settling of ingredients. Give it a quick stir before consuming.
- Can I freeze the smoothie for later consumption? Yes! Even freezing it in popsicle molds will make a refreshing pop for those hot summer days.
Nutrition
Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 37kcal
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