Lime Green Tropical Health Smoothie (Vegan)

We had some extra fresh squeezed orange juice so I thought I'd try a tropically inspired smoothie this morning. Please note that I tend to just throw stuff in the blender so my quantities are estimates. Also I like my smoothies more liquid than thick so if you like yours thick use less water and/or juice. Here's the recipe. 

• 2 cups fresh baby kale (or greens of your choice)
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 small banana 
• 1 cup frozen pineapple (or use fresh and add a few ice cubes)
• 1 scoop vegan vanilla pea-rice protein powder (or supplement of your choice)
• 1/2 cup water

Put first five ingredients in blender. Pour 1/2 cup water over powder in blender. Blend until completely smooth. Enjoy immediately (add ice if you like).
Adapted from Better Homes and Gardens' Smoothie Sailing recipe.

Healthy Chocolate Berry Banana Smoothie

This tasty yet healthy smoothie was absolutely delicious. It's the first one I thought was yummy enough to share since the Amazing Berry Banana Smoothie I posted the other day but even better than the taste was the increased mental clarity and energy I experienced after drinking it.

Please note that I tend to just throw stuff in the blender so my quantities are estimates. Also I like my smoothies more liquid than thick so if you like yours thick use less water.

• 2 cups baby kale (you could substitute your favorite leafy green vegetable)
• 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries
• 1 1/2 cups water (divided)
• 1 small banana
• 1 scoop chocolate pea and rice vegan dietary supplement (powder) by Thorne Research (or your favorite chocolate flavored smoothie powder).

Put first four ingredients in blender using 1 cup of water. Pour remaining 1/2 cup water over powder in blender. Blend until completely smooth. Enjoy immediately (add ice if you like).

I'd love to hear what you think if you try it!