Vitamins A, C, and K, and folate enhance your baby’s cell, brain, nervous system, and bone development, plus vitamin C boosts your immunity.
2 SERVINGS; MAKES 2 CUPS
BURSTING with vitamins and antioxidants, this green drink is an ideal way to start the day. Use any combination of fruits and/or vegetables. Some popular vegetables and greens include cucumbers, celery, avocado, baby spinach, and kale. Protein powders and powdered milk will give you extra nutrition. See “Freezing Bananas for Smoothies and N’ice Cream,” here, for instructions on the best way to freeze bananas. Don’t worry about making too much green drink. It’s delish the next day. Give it a stir and you’re good to go.
1 medium-size banana, fresh or frozen
1 small apple, cored and quartered
2 cups packed baby spinach
1 cup orange juice or water
Ice cubes
Fresh mint or basil leaves
Peeled fresh ginger
Protein powder
Chia seeds
Ground flaxseeds
• Combine all the ingredients in a blender, adding your choice of flavor and nutrition boosters to taste, and mix on high speed until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more water. Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.
1 green drink (without any flavor and nutrition boosters): Calories: 163 cals; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 40 g; Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 26 mg; Vitamin A: 3,148 IU, Vitamin C: 80 mg; Vitamin K: 147 mcg; Folate: 110 mcg; Manganese: 0.5 mg; 2½ CARBS