This smoothie is aptly named as it includes nearly everything but the kitchen sink itself. This smoothie has plenty of green vegetables, several servings of fruit, and several good-for-you seeds and nuts. It’s also incredibly easy to assemble: just chop everything into large pieces and throw it in the blender and you’ll have a frothy, healthy powerhouse of a way to start your morning. I use 1 frozen and 1 regular banana to help chill the smoothie and to make it creamy. Almonds add protein and the chia seeds are packed with essential nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and fiber. Here’s to good health! Slainte! (Cheers in Irish)

Kitchen Sink Smoothie

Serves 2

Ingredients:

• Scant cup blueberries
• 6 strawberries, hulled and quartered
• Small handful kale
• Large handful spinach
• 1 frozen and 1 regular banana
• 1 Gala apple, cored and chopped
• ½ cup almonds
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 2 teaspoons ground flaxseed
• ½ cup almond milk
• 4 ice cubes

Directions:

1. In a Vitamix or high-powered blender, add all ingredients in the order listed. Blend for 2 minutes until the ingredients are liquified and the mixture is frothy. Pour into two glasses and serve.
   1. If the smoothie is too thick for your taste, you can add a bit more almond milk and blend for an additional 30 seconds.

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