Inspirations by Nancy

Cooking with Nancy O: Fast, Fresh, and Full of Flavor: Smoothie Recipes for a Healthy Glow

Episode Summary

Feeling overwhelmed by your extra garden greens? Don’t toss them—blend them! In today’s episode of Cooking with Nancy O, Nancy and Rick share three delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie recipes using produce straight from their tower garden. From a detoxifying green smoothie to a surprisingly sweet avocado blend and the indulgent Blueberry Blast, this episode is packed with tips, laughter, and wellness wisdom.

Episode Notes

“You don't have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces—just good food from fresh ingredients.” – Julia Child

Summary:

Feeling overwhelmed by your extra garden greens? Don’t toss them—blend them! In today’s episode of Cooking with Nancy O, Nancy and her husband Rick share three delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie recipes using produce straight from their tower garden. From a detoxifying green smoothie to a surprisingly sweet avocado blend and the indulgent Blueberry Blast, this episode is packed with tips, laughter, and wellness wisdom.

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In This Episode:

Using frozen greens and fruits to reduce waste
The benefits of kale, spinach, and chard in smoothies
A behind-the-scenes look at Juice Plus Complete protein powder
How to blend smoothies in the right order for best results
Tips for masking the taste of greens for kids and picky eaters
Why adding red fruits or parsley can boost taste and digestion

Todays Recipes: Healthy Green Smoothie, Avocado Pineapple Smoothie and Blueberry Blast Smoothie

1. Healthy Green Smoothie

2 cups water
Large handful of kale
Handful of strawberries (frozen)
1 banana
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp flaxseed or flaxseed meal
1 scoop Juice Plus Complete (chocolate or vanilla)

2. Avocado Pineapple Smoothie

10 oz coconut water
½ avocado
Handful of spinach
Frozen pineapple
Juice of 1 lime
1 scoop Juice Plus Complete (vanilla or your choice)

3. Blueberry Blast Smoothie

½ cup water
½ cup almond milk (or preferred plant milk)
½ banana
½ cup blueberries (frozen)
½ cup mixed greens
2 tbsp chia or flaxseed
1 scoop Juice Plus Complete (chocolate)

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