Chia seeds feature in this smoothie from Manjiri at TravelsForTaste blog along with the kale and spinach of the title; that’s lots of superfood goodness to start your day! Manjiri comes from India and is living in London, UK, and loves exploring her city – and any other she can manage to visit. Like many of us, she is on a journey to learn to eat healthy, nutritious food. The recipe is at the end of the post.
Here’s what she is learning …
What’s fab about this smoothie?
Chia seeds are 100% natural whole grains that are rich in omega-3, antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals. Great for those who have Type 2 diabetes as chia seeds can significantly lower blood pressure and a marker for inflammation.
Kale is rich in Vitamins K and C and in calcium, also it contains a chemical called sulforaphane which has anti cancer properties.
Spinach helps boost iron levels and is a rich source of various Vitamins like B2, K, C & A.
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Recipe: Fruity Superfood Kale Spinach Smoothie
Serves 1
Ingredients:
- Large handful of baby Spinach leaves per person, washed
- Large handful of Kale leaves per person, washed
- Large handful of fresh Raspberries per person, or frozen
- 1 Avocado per person, chop in large chunks
- 1/2 a Pear per person, chopped
- 1/2 of a small tetra pack of Coconut Water per person
- a small knob of Ginger, finely chopped or grated
- Chia seeds
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