This smoothie is loaded with alkalizing greens and is not too sweet. It tastes similar to green juice, but retains all the fiber.

Yield: 2 cups, 1 serving

• 1/4 cucumber, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/2 apple, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/2 stalk celery, chopped (1/4 cup)
• 1/8 peeled lemon
• 1/2 cup chopped kale
• 1/2 cup chopped Romaine
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 2/3 cup water

Equipment

• cutting board
• chef’s knife
• measuring cups
• blender
• rubber spatula

Place all ingredients in a blender and process on medium speed until smooth. Serve immediately.