Gorgeous Green Smoothie

I am a sucker for green juice, I am that weird person that loves salads and vegetables (hence why I am vegetarian/vegan). I would and have repeatedly spent 10$ for a bottle of green juice, and yes I am ashamed of that fact. This recipe comes from Avocado Cafe in Irvine California, one of my employees bought me one on a struggle day and I have been obsessed ever since. Here is my version of that smoothie. DISCLAIMER: green juices and smoothies are tricky because everyone has different tastes, so when I am making smoothies for anyone I like to add things in small amounts and let them tastes until it is palpable to them.

Ingredients:

1/2 Ripe Avocado
- This takes the place of yogurt and adds natural creaminess and healthy fats to your smoothie.
1 Banana Frozen

1/2 Grapefruit
1/2 Cubed Green Apples Frozen
- I suggest blanching the fruit before freezing to maintain all the flavor, color and nutritional value.
Ginger Root
- I absolutely love ginger its so great for your metabolism and digestion and some people hate ginger shots but there
1 Clove Garlic
- Aids the immune system and can fight colds make sure not to put too much.
2 small limes
2 handfuls of greens
- I like kale, spinach, and romaine lettuce
1 scoop of Vega protein powder
A pinch of chili powder
A pinch of black pepper
A dash of plant based milk
A squeeze of raw organic honey