Paleo Green Smoothies: 150 Green Smoothie Recipes for Maximum Health
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Delicious green smoothies--free of gluten, dairy, and refined sugar!
Think the Paleo diet and green smoothies don't mix? Well, think again! Now, you can enjoy the quick burst of energy that comes from the nutritious drink--without any of the gluten, dairy, or refined sugar! This book shows you how to create 150 green smoothie recipes that are specifically designed to complement the Paleo lifestyle. Whether you're interested in adding more greens into your diet or just need an extra boost of energy after an intense workout, these recipes have got you covered. Featuring step-by-step instructions and nutritional data, each page teaches you how to blend up a variety of Paleo green smoothies, including:
- Citrus Jump-Start Smoothie
- Kale Yeah Smoothie
- Mojito Smoothie
- Summer Squash Smoothie
- Key Lime Pie Smoothie
Michelle Fagone
Michelle Fagone is a recipe developer and food blogger. On her site, CavegirlCuisine.com, she shares recipes and knowledge about the health benefits of cooking with local, fresh, non-processed foods. Cavegirl Cuisine has been honored by the Institute for the Psychology of Eating. Michelle is the author of numerous cookbooks, including The “I Love My Instant Pot” Recipe Book, The “I Love My Instant Pot” Gluten-Free Recipe Book, The “I Love My Air Fryer” Gluten-Free Recipe Book, and The Everything Air Fryer Cookbook. She lives in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Paleo Green Smoothies - Michelle Fagone
PALEO
GREEN
SMOOTHIES
150 Green Smoothie Recipes
FOR MAXIMUM HEALTH
MICHELLE FAGONE
of CavegirlCuisine.com
Avon, Massachusetts
Dedication
To my amazingly nutty and chaotic family . . . Sam, Samantha, Calla, Mom, and Dad. I love you. Thank you for always supporting my crazy endeavors!
CONTENTS
Introduction
PART 1: Paleo Green Smoothies 101
CHAPTER 1: What Is Paleo?
CHAPTER 2: Paleo Green Smoothie Basics
CHAPTER 3: Key Ingredients
PART 2: Paleo Green Smoothie Recipes
CHAPTER 4: BREAKFAST SMOOTHIES
A Berry Healthy Morning Smoothie
Green Eggs and Bacon Smoothie
Citrus Jump-Start Smoothie
Cavegirl Coffee Smoothie
Bananalicious Smoothie
Last Mango in Paris Smoothie
Wake Up and Smell the Grapefruit Smoothie
Carrot Top Smoothie
Strawberry Wake-Up Call Smoothie
Sunrise Smoothie
Pucker Up Smoothie
The Green Go-Getter Smoothie
Kooky Kiwi Smoothie
Crack of Dawn Smoothie
CHAPTER 5: EVERYDAY SMOOTHIES
Kale Yeah Smoothie
Taxi Mom Smoothie
Berry Green Smoothie
Coco-Nana Smoothie
Ginger-Citrus Stress Away Smoothie
Give ’Em Hell Smoothie
Over the Top Smoothie
Mojito Smoothie
Kombucha-Cha Smoothie
Swiss Minty Smoothie
Trail Mix Smoothie
Summer Love Smoothie
Terrific Turmeric Smoothie
Almond Mocha Smoothie
CHAPTER 6: SAVORY SMOOTHIES
Cabbage-Carrot Smoothie
Tomatillo Mary Smoothie
Summer Squash Smoothie
Asparagus-Avocado Smoothie
Broccoli-Bok Choy Smoothie
Fennel-Cucumber Smoothie
Zesty Zucchini Smoothie
Spinach-Cilantro Smoothie
Peppery Tomato Smoothie
Turnip the Beet Smoothie
Ahoy Savoy Smoothie
Why Not Cauliflower Smoothie
Indian Cuminty Smoothie
Spinach Power Smoothie
CHAPTER 7: DESSERT SMOOTHIES
Chocolate Mint Smoothie
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Not Your Grandma’s Banana Nut Smoothie
Just Peachy Green Smoothie
Beet That Sweet Tooth Smoothie
Key Lime Pie Smoothie
Piña Colada Smoothie
Mocha Delight Smoothie
Strawberry Meringue Smoothie
Chocolate-Hazelnut Smoothie
Coconut Nut Brownie Smoothie
Raspberry-Lemon Tart Smoothie
Figgy Pudding Smoothie
Chocolate-Covered Cherry Smoothie
CHAPTER 8: WEIGHT LOSS SMOOTHIES
Berry Pretty Smoothie
Metabolic Lemon Smoothie
Dew Shrink My Waist Smoothie
Carrot-Apple-Kiwi Smoothie
Zucchini Zapper Smoothie
Sexy Mango Smoothie
Rainbow of Success Smoothie
Green Light Smoothie
Slim Shady Smoothie
Beet the Bloat Smoothie
Goji Go-Go Smoothie
Peachy Lychee Smoothie
Frisée Peach Smoothie
CHAPTER 9: SMOOTHIES FOR ATHLETES AND RECOVERY
Cherry Barre Smoothie
Tire-Flippin’ Fantastic Smoothie
Popeye Arms Smoothie
After WOD Smoothie
Burpee Buster Smoothie
Running Man Smoothie
Yoga Zen Smoothie
Swimmer’s Dream Smoothie
Lift Like a Girl(!) Smoothie
Leg Day Recovery Smoothie
3K Smoothie
What the Hill Smoothie
Dancing Diva Smoothie
The Replenisher Smoothie
CHAPTER 10: SMOOTHIES FOR CLEANSING AND DETOX
Cleansing Cranberry Smoothie
Broccoli for Bladder Health Smoothie
Carrot Cleanser Smoothie
Fiber Flush Smoothie
Glad Gallbladder Smoothie
Liven Up Your Liver Smoothie
Green Garlic Smoothie
Colorful Cleansing Smoothie
Strawberry-Rhubarb Healing Smoothie
Ginger Apple Smoothie
Alcohol Recovery Smoothie
Green Clean Smoothie
CHAPTER 11: SMOOTHIES FOR HEALTH AND DISEASE PREVENTION
The Pollinator Smoothie
Mango Digestion Smoothie
Cocoa Strong Smoothie
Breathe Easy Smoothie
Dude Food Smoothie
Cantaloupe for Cancer Prevention Smoothie
Deep Sleep Smoothie
The Kitchen Sink Smoothie
Amazing Avocado Smoothie
Roasted Carrot Smoothie
Celery for Diabetic Health Smoothie
Energetic Artichoke Smoothie
Turnip Turnaround Smoothie
CHAPTER 12: ANTI-AGING AND RADIANT SKIN SMOOTHIES
Tropical Youth Smoothie
Bone Health Smoothie
Peek-a-Boo Pomegranate Smoothie
Mental Makeover Smoothie
Gravity Schmavity Smoothie
An Apple a Day Smoothie
Cocoa-Raspberry Brainiac Smoothie
Glowing Beauty Smoothie
Toothy Grin Smoothie
Pineapple Express Smoothie
Spa Skin Smoothie
Peaches ’n Cream Complexion Smoothie
Honey Citrus Smoothie
CHAPTER 13: KID-FRIENDLY SMOOTHIES
Dinosaur Snot Smoothie
Monkeying Around Smoothie
Green Lemonade Smoothie
X-Ray Vision Smoothie
Tropic Twister Smoothie
Green Snowball Fight Smoothie
Bomdiggity Smoothie
Bug Bite Smoothie
Silly Sour Smoothie
Strawberrylicious Smoothie
Monster Mash Smoothie
Princess Potion Smoothie
Cherry Pit Spittin’ Smoothie
Tater for Tots Smoothie
Righteous Raspberry Cocoa Smoothie
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Starfruit Smoothie
CHAPTER 14: SMOOTHIES FOR PREGNANCY AND PRENATAL CARE
Nausea No More Smoothie
Mango Maternity Smoothie
Cranbaby Smoothie
Tummy Love Smoothie
Cankles Be Gone Smoothie
Bundle of C Smoothie
Lil’ Punkin Smoothie
Berry Bump Smoothie
Hot Mama Smoothie
Fertility Booster Smoothie
Stork Alert Smoothie
Folate for Fine Spines Smoothie
Pregnant Brain Smoothie
Appendix: Standard U.S./Metric Measurement Conversions
INTRODUCTION
If you are seeking out Paleo green smoothies, you may already be living the Paleo lifestyle. On the other hand, you may have heard about the Paleo diet but are not quite sure what it is. If you fall into this group, here’s the basic idea: Those who follow this diet eat very clean and simple foods, eliminating grains, refined sugar, dairy, and legumes.
It is the oldest diet in the world. The Paleo lifestyle takes us back to our ancestors in the Paleolithic era, when humans hunted and gathered their food. Fish were caught, not farmed. Berries, nuts, and plants were foraged in their natural state. The simplicity and honesty of this food produced bodies free of inflammation.
Ridding your body of toxins found in many of the foods in the Standard American Diet (SAD) will lead to increased energy and stamina, better sleep, clearer skin, and sharper focus. The pain from arthritis and swollen joints in your body due to these inflammatory foods can be reduced or even eliminated. Your muscle growth and fitness levels will increase. Blood sugar levels will stabilize, resulting in reduced mood swings. These are just a few of the benefits you’ll experience. Only good effects can come to those who choose to eat real foods free of additives, substances that have no place in the human body.
So how did the caveman get his hands on a blender and make green smoothies? Well, unless you intend to live in a cave with no technological advances, you’ll have to adapt to modern-day Paleo. These days, to find produce and meats you only need to make a trip to the grocery store, butcher, or farmers’ market. Choose local, in-season, organic produce as much as possible. You can grow veggies, fruits, and herbs in your home garden or even in pots on your deck. A lot of people don’t have the time or inclination to hunt, so choose local farms that raise grass-fed, free-range animals. When you purchase a whole or half animal you can usually get a great price. The farmer will even break it down and neatly package the parts for you. Another tip is to become friends with the butcher. You’re more likely to get the freshest cuts, special orders, and a little extra thrown in just for you.
Today’s world is dominated by fast-food convenience. Everywhere you turn, there are reasons to eat chemically enhanced, preservative-ridden meals. We as a society no longer consume real foods but food-like substances. Granted, they are in pretty packages and use a lot of healthy buzzwords, but look at the ingredient lists. Go on! I double-dog dare you. Have you looked at one of those lists lately? It’s scary. It’s deplorable. It’s SAD (pun intended).
Enter green smoothies. They are portable, easy to make, and can be hearty and filling. Smoothies are the new fast food. They are a quick way to get a shot of nutrients, minerals, and enzymes into your system. How often do we fill our plates with greens, carrots, blueberries, and the like? The answer for most is sometimes—or you may only consume one or two of these with your meal. Green smoothies allow you to blend multiple nutritional power foods together before heading out on the road for your myriad of errands. They are a wholesome alternative to fast food and honestly, they are just delicious. Embrace your inner hippie and just taste the health. Those happy place endorphins will be running through your body ready to help you conquer your world.
In Part 2 of this book, you’ll find 150 easy-to-follow, simple-to-prepare Paleo green smoothie recipes, along with nutritional information on the produce used. Isn’t it time to take responsibility for your health and live the best life possible? Yes it is . . . and yes, you’re worth it!
PART 1
Paleo Green Smoothies 101
CHAPTER 1
What Is Paleo?
The Paleolithic diet or Paleo
has become increasingly popular. Also known as the Caveman Diet,
it takes its name from a time when people only ate grass-fed game, wild-caught fish, nuts, vegetables, berries, and fruits. These people lived before modern agriculture and the domestication of animals. They hunted for meat and gathered berries and nuts. There were no grains planted in fields and there was no processed milk; as a result, the population wasn’t plagued by many of the chronic diseases we see today such as obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Granted, the cavepeople didn’t have access to all of the produce in the recipes of Part 2, but they also didn’t have access to blenders and grocery stores. Following a Paleo lifestyle is more about eating as close to the ground, if you will, as possible. It is about avoiding processed foods, eating pastured meats, and consuming organic produce as often as possible.
Even though they had to find or kill most of their food, your Paleolithic ancestors were still eating better quality foods than most of the world’s population today. Not only are the hundreds of quick-fix weight-loss products wreaking havoc on the human body, but the Standard American Diet (SAD) with grains at its helm is believed to contribute to a number of diseases and weaknesses of our bodies.
Adherence to the Paleo lifestyle can also help in the prevention and management of chronic diseases. It also encourages a naturopathic-based and organic approach to health, as well as a greater ownership of your well-being. Being self-aware and establishing a more health-conscious perception of yourself is important in becoming and staying well.
Right now you’re probably thinking that to live the Paleo lifestyle you need to move to the forest and take up hunting, fishing, and gardening. That couldn’t be further from the truth. All that is required is a shift in