This is a green smoothie in its purest form: just leaves, ginger and water. The ginger gives it a warming kick that makes the mild spinach and nutty lamb's lettuce come alive.
5 g
ginger peeled
15 g
baby spinach
15 g
lamb's lettuce
¼ oz
lemon juice (optional)
1 tsp
honey (optional)
6¾ oz
water
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Green and savoury, with nutty leaves and a clear, warming ginger heat.
Baby spinach and lamb's lettuce are both tender, mild salad leaves. Lamb's lettuce has a slightly nutty flavour, and spinach is a good source of vitamin K and folate. Fresh ginger, used in kitchens around the world for its heat, gives the drink its character.
Without fruit, this smoothie is barely sweet and quite savoury. A little lemon juice and honey make it more approachable. It works best as a small, refreshing glass rather than a filling breakfast.
Yes, if you leave out the honey or use agave syrup.
The ginger is noticeable; use less for a milder drink.
Yes, simply replace the lamb's lettuce with more baby spinach.
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