Grapefruit Smoothie with Green Tea

Grapefruit Smoothie with Green Tea

This grapefruit smoothie with green tea has an exquisite complex flavor that is sweet and musky, and is fantastic for boosting metabolism for weight loss.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 2 16-ounce glasses

Ingredients

3/4 cup (180ml) brewed green tea, chilled (unsweetened)
1 cup (240g) peeled and segmented ruby red grapefruit
1 green apple, cored and quartered
1 cup (40g) baby spinach
1/2 medium avocado, pitted and peeled
2 cups (320g) frozen pineapple
Pinch of red pepper flakes (or cayenne pepper)

Optional Boosters:

1 tablespoon flax oil
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 teaspoon matcha powder

Instructions

Throw all of the ingredients (including any boosters) into the blender jar of the KitchenAid® High Performance Blender. Blast on high for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth.
Enjoy immediately for the best flavor profile.

Recipe Notes

Photo by Trent Lanz; styling by Alicia Buszczak