Watercress Smoothie

About

Brenda Gantt

I am a self-taught cook. I started cooking around 18 years old. I stood in the kitchen and watched my mother, who was my biggest inspiration at the time, cook.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup Watercress
  • ½ cup Almond Butter
  • 2 small Cucumbers
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 tbsp. Chlorella
  • 1 tbsp. Black Cumin Seeds (sprinkle on top and garnish with parsley)

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Wash the watercress thoroughly and remove any tough stems. Set it aside.
  2. In a blender, combine almond butter, chopped cucumbers, coconut milk, and chlorella.
  3. Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the watercress to the blender and blend again until the smoothie reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Pour the green smoothie into serving glasses.
  6. Sprinkle black cumin seeds on top and garnish with parsley for added flavor and presentation.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing and nutritious green smoothie!

 

Here are some variations of the green smoothie recipe:

  1. Tropical Twist:
    • Replace watercress with spinach or kale.
    • Add 1 ripe banana and 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks for a tropical flavor.
    • Use almond or coconut milk instead of coconut milk.
  2. Berry Blast:
    • Swap watercress with a mix of fresh or frozen berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries).
    • Add 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds for extra protein.
    • Use almond milk as the base.
  3. Minty Melon:
    • Use honeydew or cantaloupe instead of cucumbers for a refreshing melon taste.
    • Add a handful of fresh mint leaves for a burst of flavor.
    • Use cashew butter instead of almond butter.
  4. Creamy Avocado:
    • Replace watercress with spinach or baby kale.
    • Add ½ ripe avocado for a creamy texture and extra nutrients.
    • Use almond milk as the liquid base.
  5. Pineapple Coconut:
    • Swap watercress with baby spinach or Swiss chard.
    • Add 1 cup of frozen pineapple chunks and ¼ cup of coconut flakes.
    • Use coconut water instead of coconut milk for a lighter taste.
  6. Ginger Greens:
    • Use a mix of spinach and kale for the greens.
    • Add a small piece of fresh ginger for a zesty kick.
    • Use cashew or peanut butter instead of almond butter.
  7. Blueberry Bliss:
    • Replace watercress with baby spinach or arugula.
    • Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries for a burst of antioxidants.
    • Use hemp or chia seeds instead of chlorella.
  8. Creamy Mango Delight:
    • Swap watercress with baby spinach.
    • Add 1 cup of ripe mango chunks for a sweet and tropical flavor.
    • Use coconut milk or almond milk as the base.
  9. Peachy Green Goodness:
    • Replace watercress with kale or Swiss chard.
    • Add 1 cup of sliced fresh or frozen peaches for a summery taste.
    • Include 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds for added nutrition.
    • Use almond milk or coconut water as the liquid base.
  10. Citrus Spinach Surprise:
    • Use spinach as the green base.
    • Add the juice and zest of 1 orange for a citrusy twist.
    • Mix in ½ cup of sliced cucumber for extra freshness.
    • Include 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds for added protein.
  11. Creamy Peanut Butter Greens:
    • Replace watercress with baby spinach or arugula.
    • Add 2 tablespoons of peanut butter for a creamy and nutty taste.
    • Use almond milk or soy milk as the liquid base.
  12. Pomegranate Power Greens:
    • Swap watercress with baby kale.
    • Add 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds for a burst of antioxidants.
    • Mix in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds for added nutrition.
    • Use coconut water or pomegranate juice as the liquid base.
  13. Raspberry Green Energy:
    • Use a mix of spinach and kale as the green base.
    • Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen raspberries for a tangy flavor.
    • Mix in 1 tablespoon of almond butter for creaminess and protein.
    • Use almond milk or coconut milk as the liquid base.

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