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    This Braai Dessert Is So Simple Even Kids Can Make It

    Looking for an easy braai dessert? These mini chocolate braai pies only use three ingredients and take 10 minutes to cook on the coals. Perfect for after-summer lunches or as a sweet treat on Heritage Day on the 24th of September.

    READ MORE: Exactly How To Make The Perfect Pizza On The Braai

    If you’re looking for more braai recipes and inspiration, make sure to pick up a copy of Mynie Plays With Fire. You know you can trust her recipes because she is a self-confessed braai addict and has even been cooking over fire since she was just 10 years old!

    This is the ultimate braai and entertaining cookbook, you’ll reach for every chance you get.  It has braai-tasting menus so you have a carefully curated menu just for you. There are themed menus accompanying music playlists, fun facts, and of course, delicious recipes. If you haven’t planned out your Heritage Day menu or weekend yet, this cookbook has you more than covered (plus, it makes an amazing gift if you’re not the one hosting).

    READ MORE: Treat Yourself! These Lemon Slices Are Dreamy AND Healthy

    And now for the star of the show! This fuss-free dessert means you can carry on entertaining or whip it up in minutes if you don’t have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen. We love a quick, yet delicious dessert!

    Mini Chocolate Braai Pies

    Mynie Steffens

    Trust South Africans to take classic puff pastry that can take up to five hours to make and whack it onto a braai. Just one example of how South Africans make Frenchie things better by bending the rules.

    Prep Time 5 minutes minsCook Time 10 minutes mins

    Course DessertCuisine South African

    400 g Pack frozen ready-rolled puff pastry, defrosted6 tsp Chocolate spread (e.g. Nutella)36 mini Marshmallows (or 6 regular-sized ones cut into 6)
    Roll out the puff pastry on a cutting board and divide into 6 squares, each ±10 x 10cm. Spread a teaspoon of chocolate spread over half of each square, leaving a clear edge of 1cm. Scatter 6 mini marshmallows over the  chocolate spread on each. Fold the uncovered pastry over the filling and press the sides together to prevent the filling from seeping out too much. Keep the pies as cold as possible and refrigerate if necessary.Arrange the cold pies on a warm braai grid but leave the top uncovered so as not to puncture the puff pastry. Braai over medium-hot coals for 10 minutes in total, making sure the pastry is golden-brown underneath before turning the first time. Once turned, close the grid loosely and continue braaing.

    Keyword braai, chocolate, chocolate pie, comfort food, dessert

    Stock Up On These Spreads For Your Easy Braai Dessert

    The hazelnut content of this dairy-free chocolate spread is 38% more than regular spreads. Yum!

    This keto-friendly spread is sweetened with Lakanto Monkfruit Sweetener.

    It is handmade in Cape Town from a blend of ethically sourced, organic ingredients.

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    The “Amazing Skin” Smoothie Recipe That Actually Works

    Eat yourself gorgeous! Try this skin-hydrating smoothie recipe…

    The recipe for your skin…

    Winter skin? Add an avocado to your morning smoothie. It contains high amounts of antioxidants, vitamin E and polyunsaturated fats, which all help to keep your skin moisturised. The addition of baobab-fruit powder – high in vitamin C – helps your body to form collagen and elastin, two structural proteins that give your skin support and elasticity.

    Rehydrate Smoothie Recipe

    Serves 1. Per serving (655g): 2 215kJ, 21g fat (3g sat), 77g carbs, 190mg sodium, 19g fibre, 20g protein.

    Total Time 10 minutes mins

    Course Drinks, SnackCuisine Healthy

    Servings 1

    1 banana1/2 avo1/2 cup coconut water10 frozen strawberries1 tbsp baobab powder1 tsp honey10 almonds

    Keyword Smoothie

    Try these products:

    Health Connection Baobab Powder 200g

    This tangy, nutrient-rich African gem enhances foods and boosts immunity with natural vitamins and antioxidants. Add to water, juice, smoothies, yoghurt and cereal.

    Faithful to Nature Karoo Almonds

    Locally sourced Karoo Almonds: Eco-friendly, nutrient-rich “power snack” with protein, vitamin E and a delightful crunch to any meal.

    Nutribullet High-Speed Blender

    Overall this blender received 5-star ratings and reviews. “I love my Nutribullet blender — this is my second one from the first smaller blender and I am so excited that it has a jug. It’s faster and efficient and no spills compared to my first one; very easy to clean. I make my favourite smoothies and soups. Love it!” Valencia K

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    Treat Yourself! These Lemon Slices Are Dreamy AND Healthy

    Lemon + coconut = a flavour match made in heaven! These subtly sweet lemon slices with just a zingy hint of citrus remind us of warm summer days. Say hello to the perfect treat for lemon lovers… We’re all about taking time out to spoil yourself – guilt be damned! With a dessert this healthy, you can indulge every day! PS: It’s gluten-free.

    With these simple-to-make lemon slices, you’re getting serious bang for your culinary buck. Lemons are among the healthiest fruits available. They’re high in vitamin C and fibre, support your digestion, create glowy skin and support weight loss efforts.

    Per studies, there are specific plant compounds in lemons – hesperidin and diosmin – that could lower cholesterol. These lemon slices create a new way for you to eat lemons without that sharp taste that puts so many people off from eating them. And sweetening your treat with dates and honey – no sugar in sight – means you’re eating them in a healthy way that won’t spike your blood glucose levels in a crazy way.

    Ready to treat yo’self, healthily? Try these out for a dreamy, sweet moment.

    Dreamy Coconut Lemon Slices

    These dreamy bites are so good you wouldn’t guess they’re (almost) vegan and healthy!

    Prep Time 15 minutes minsCook Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

    Course DessertCuisine Healthy

    Calories 110 kcal

    2 lemons, for zest½ cup dessicated coconut¾ cup oats10 Medjool dates, pittedpinch of salt1 tbsp melted coconut oilFor the topping¾ cup macadamia nuts¾ cup thread or desiccated coconut2 lemons, for zest⅓ cup lemon juice3 tbsp honey
    Line an 18 to 20cm square cake tin with baking paper. Place all base ingredients in a food processor and blitz until well combined and crumbly, and the mixture holds together easily when pinched between your fingers.Use the back of a wet spoon to firmly and evenly press the base mixture into prepared tin. The base layer will be quite thin.For the topping, place all the ingredients in the food processor and blitz until smooth and creamy (this will take a few minutes). If you don’t have a food processor, use coconut cream instead of desiccated coconut and place in a blender.Spread topping mixture evenly over the base. Place in the freezer to set for at least two hours.Use a large sharp knife to cut the slice into 20 pieces. Store in the freezer.

    Keyword coconut, fridge tart, lemon, lemon slices

     Looking for more desserts to try? How about this delicious raw tart or one of these healthy chocolate recipes?

    Recipe extracted from Nadia Lim’s Fresh Start Cookbook (Random House). Visit Nadialim.com for more info and recipes. More

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    This Crispy Apple Chicken Casserole Is Ultimate Comfort Food

    This crispy apple chicken casserole is made all the better with premium apple cider and makes for a deluxe comfort meal.

    The Whitfields of Loxtonia Cider have a treasure trove of family recipes for the chilliest days. Original Loxtonia Crispy Apple Cider is the stealthy ingredient of their family favourite, braised chicken casserole. Their farm is in the mountainous Ceres region, where snow caps the mountains every winter.

    Loxtonia Crispy Apple Cider deepens the flavours of this hearty casserole. And, it’s made on the farm from ‘orchard to bottle’ with home-grown, 100% freshly pressed and naturally fermented apples.

    The Whitfield family began making premium cider from their own apple orchards in 2013 as a natural progression of their fruit farming venture.

    “Watching the entire process unfold on our farm from the blossom bud turning into an apple in our orchards, to the final product of a natural, premium apple cider, still amazes me every season,” says Ali, head of marketing and part of the family.

    All Loxtonia ciders are gluten-free, vegan-friendly and free of preservatives and artificial additives. Ready to try this crispy apple chicken casserole? Let’s dig in.

    Crispy Apple Chicken Casserole

    Prep Time 15 hours hrsCook Time 1 hour hr

    Course Main CourseCuisine Healthy

    4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs2 fennel bulbs, sliced4 shallots, sliced 4 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 large handful / bunch fresh sage leaves2 tbsp apple cider vinegar1 tbsp Dijon mustard340 ml Loxtonia Crispy Apple Cider2 green apples, sliced125 ml fresh cream ½ bunch Tuscan kale, stemmed & roughly choppedSalt and black pepper, to tasteOlive oil for cooking
    Preheat oven to 180˚C. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large Dutch oven, buffet casserole or cast iron skillet. Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season with salt. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until the skin is golden brown.Flip and cook until lightly browned on the underside. Set chicken pieces aside on a tray. Add the sliced fennel to the pan with the residual chicken fat and cook until lightly golden on the edges. Remove from the pan and set aside next to the chicken. Add the sliced shallots and sage leaves. Season. Cook until the shallots soften and begin to take on some colour. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the apple cider vinegar, mustard and Loxtonia Cider. Stir everything together and bring to a simmer. Add the fennel and the chicken back into the pan and nestle it in the sauce. Dot the apples around the dish. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken thighs are cooked through.Transfer the chicken to a clean plate or baking tray. (You can keep the chicken warm in the oven during the next step – or crisp up the skin under the grill).Bring the braise to a gentle simmer on the stove top. Add the kale and cream. Stir until the kale is wilted and the sauce has reduced slightly. Taste for seasoning. Return the chicken to the pan for serving family style. Serve with good crusty bread for mopping up the sauce and a green side salad.

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    Exactly How To Make A Healthy Pizza With 6 Delish Topping Variations

    It can be done…

    We get it – it’s hard to eat healthily all the time. If you auto-dial or Uber Eats your local pizza place once a week, you’re not alone: according to a Euromonitor International Consumer Foodservice report a few years back, pizza was South Africa’s best-loved takeaway/home delivery fast food, with double the sales figures of any other takeaway.

    READ MORE: Umm, These Vegan Pizzas Might Even Taste Better Than The Real Thing

    The problem: our fave fast food is loaded with fat and sodium. But you don’t have to forgo this tasty and convenient meal option altogether.

    “The right toppings can transform this fattening grease bomb into a healthy meal,” says dietician Keri Gans, author of The Small Change Diet. “When making a pizza, use plenty of tomato-based sauce (you can add chilli, basil or chives for more flavour) and veggies,” suggests WH weight-loss advisor Elienne Horwitz. “Then lightly sprinkle mozzarella or feta over it.” Top a shop-bought wholewheat crust or cheeseless build-your-own takeaway with one of these combos.

    1. Barbecue Chicken Pizza

    You don’t have to weigh down your slice with chorizo or extra cheese to score a hearty serving of satiating protein. A reduced-fat hard cheese such as Slimmer’s Choice Cheddar, Gouda or mozzarella (around 13 percent less fat than regular cheese) and skinless white meat chicken with a coating of tangy barbecue sauce keeps you satisfied – so you won’t be tempted to polish off the rest of the pizza by yourself.

    Make it: Toss a third of a cup cubed grilled chicken breasts and two tablespoons diced red onion with one tablespoon barbecue sauce. Spread evenly over one slice ready-made pizza base. Sprinkle with one teaspoon grated reduced-fat cheese. Bake in a 190°C oven for five to seven minutes, or until cheese melts.

    Per slice: 1 212kJ, 9g fat (2g sat), 500mg sodium, 32g carbs, 4g fibre, 22g protein

    2. Ricotta-pear Pizza

    If you like your slice on the sweet side, there’s another option besides Hawaiian style (that’s pineapple and ham for the uninitiated). Try some low-fat ricotta sweetened with a touch of honey and slices of fibre-filled pear for a healthy meal that tastes like it could be dessert.

    Make it: Spread two teaspoons orange marmalade over one slice ready-made pizza base. Top with a quarter cup ricotta and spread well to cover. Top with a third of a thinly sliced Bosc pear. Drizzle with one teaspoon honey and bake in a 190°C oven for five to seven minutes, or until warmed through.

    Per slice: 1 254kJ, 5g fat (1g sat), 310mg sodium, 54g carbs, 6g fibre, 10g protein

    READ MORE: This Creamy Kale Pasta Recipe Features Cottage Cheese As A Secret Ingredient

    3. Parma Ham And Goat’s Cheese

    Hold the sausage. “Parma ham is much leaner and provides the same meaty satisfaction without all the kilojoules or grease,” says Gans. Trade mozzarella for goat’s cheese or feta and you’ll get a mouthful of creamy goodness and 11 percent fewer kilojoules.

    Make it: Layer one slice ready-made pizza base with half a cup diced tomato and half a cup chopped rocket. Top with 14g thinly-sliced Parma ham. Sprinkle with one tablespoon crumbled goat’s cheese or feta and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle with one teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil and bake in a 190°C oven for five to seven minutes, or until cheese melts.

    Per slice: 1 254kJ, 26g fat (5g sat), 700mg sodium, 30g carbs, 15g fibre, 13g protein

    4. Greek Pizza

    “Feta on pizza is a really smart choice,” says Gans. “You only need a little to get a lot of flavour, which results in a huge kilojoule saving.” Then there’s a generous serving of veggies, including roasted red peppers and up more than 40 percent of your daily vitamin C.

    Make it: Top one slice ready-made pizza base with two tablespoons drained roasted red peppers, five halved rosa tomatoes, five halved and pitted kalamata olives and one teaspoon feta crumbles. Bake in a 190°C oven for five to seven minutes, or until cheese melts.

    Per slice: 1 090kJ, 12g fat (3g sat), 710mg sodium, 32g carbs, 6g fibre, 8g protein

    READ MORE: Serve This Tasty (Yet, Easy) Butternut Wellington At Your Next Dinner Party

    5. Spinach Salad Pizza

    You could order a side salad with your pizza – or you can just pile your greens on top instead. This combo features crumbled goat’s cheese, which adds a big kick of robust flavour for a fraction of the fat you’d get from a standard mozzarella-loaded piece. And best of all, there’s zero cooking required.

    Make it: Toss one cup baby spinach with half a cup sliced red grapes, one teaspoon toasted pine nuts, one tablespoon crumbled goat’s cheese and one tablespoon light balsamic vinaigrette. Top one slice of a ready-made pizza base with the salad.

    Per slice: 1 200kJ, 10g fat (3g sat), 590g sodium, 45g carbs, 6g fibre, 8g protein

    6. Cheesy Fennel

    and courgette pizza Fennel is one of the ingredients that give Italian sausage its very distinctive taste. Sprinkle it, fresh or dried, onto your pizza and you’ll get the flavour you crave minus all that unwanted fat and bloat-inducing sodium.

    Make it: Sauté half a cup diced fennel, three-quarters of a cup grated courgette and a pinch of chilli flakes with one teaspoon olive oil in a small pot over medium heat for five minutes, or until fennel softens. Spread over one slice ready-made pizza base. Sprinkle with two tablespoons reduced-fat grated mozzarella cheese. Bake in a 190°C oven for five to seven minutes, or until cheese melts.

    Per slice: 1 090kJ, 12g fat (3g sat), 370mg sodium, 32g carbs, 6g fibre, 11g protein

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    PB Banana Waffles

    I know what you’re thinking: “Waffles? Again?” But hear me out. These peanut butter banana waffles are not your average waffles. They’re fluffy, flavourful and made with wholesome ingredients that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized all day long.

    Peanut butter is a good source of protein and healthy fats, while bananas are a good source of potassium and fibre. So not only will you be satisfying your taste buds, you’ll also be giving your body a healthy boost.

    Grab your waffle iron and whip up a batch of these mouthwatering delights.

    Prep Power 

    Two options here: Either make and refrigerate the batter for up to four days or make and freeze the prepared waffles. Freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet until firm, then freeze in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to three weeks. Ready to eat? Reheat in a toaster oven until hot and crisp or in a skillet on medium, turning once.

    Peanut Butter Banana Waffles

    You’ll go bananas for these waffles!

    Total Time 20 minutes mins

    Servings 6 waffles

    1 large ripe banana 1/2 cup milk1/2 cup plain yogurt1/4 cup creamy nut butter2 large eggs1 tbsp maple syrup1 cup all-purpose flour1 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp salt1 tbsp chia seeds
    In a blender, puree banana, milk, yogurt, nut butter, eggs, and syrup. Add flour, baking soda, and salt and process to combine. Stir in chia seeds. Cook waffles per manufacturer’s instructions. Top as desired. 

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    3 Comforting Soups That’ll Boost Your Immune System

    Cold weather begs for warm, steamy dishes and these comforting soups will give you enough variety in texture and flavour so you don’t feel bored. Also, you can whip up a couple and freeze them for work lunches. Score! Start with a good-quality chicken or vegetable stock (plus, some chilli, garlic and onion) and build up from there.

    Soup stars

    Get your kitchen tools ready and you’ll be off creating flavourful, comforting soups in no time.

    Smeg Hand Blender

    This retro-styled hand blender does it all, including mashing, blending and chopping.

    Haden Jug Blender

    Jug blenders make it easy to dump soups into and blend in a blitz.

    Kambrook Smartlife Soup Maker

    Blades whirr and break down veg, while a heating plate makes it easy to create your soups in one container.

    Comforting soups that boost immunity

    These vegetable soups are jam-packed with immune-boosting veggies. They’ll ward off illness and have you feeling like your strongest self. Here’s why.

    Cauliflower

    This white veg is high in nutrients, despite its lack of colour. And just one serving gives you 58% of your daily allowance of vitamin C. It’s also high in fibre, feeding your gut’s healthy bacteria and dialling up digestion.

    Spinach

    The benefits of spinach are so large that it’s considered a superfood. And for good reason: from flushing out the free radicals that lead to cancer to enhancing your body’s essential functions, spinach is an all-rounder queen.

    Butternut

    Butternut is a powerful source of vitamins, including vitamins A, C and E. From taking care of your hair, skin and nails to boosting immunity, butternut is great at souping up your meal’s nutritional profile.

    Cauli Soup

    This dreamy, creamy soup boosts immunity, thanks to healthful ingredients.

    Prep Time 5 minutes minsCook Time 40 minutes mins

    Course SoupCuisine Healthy

    1 large onion chopped1 clove garlic chopped1 red chilli finely chopped1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 head cauliflower chopped2-3 cups vegetable stockparsely for garnishing
    In a large saucepan, sauté the onion, garlic and chilli in the olive oil.Add the cauliflower, cover with stock and cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, until the cauliflower is soft.Blend with a hand blender until creamy. Garnish and serve.

    Keyword Cauliflower soup

    Spinach and broccoli soup

    Bitty and bright, this soup is a super-healthy dose of nutrients.

    Prep Time 5 minutes minsCook Time 35 minutes mins

    Course SoupCuisine Healthy

    1 large onion chopped1 clove garlic chopped1 red chilli finely chopped1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 head broccoli roughly chopped1 bag baby spinach divided in half3-4 cups vegetable stock1/2 handful fresh basil
    In a large saucepan, sauté the onion, garlic and chilli in the olive oil. Add the broccoli and half the bag of baby spinach then cover with vegetable stock. Cook over medium heat until broccoli is soft, about 30 minutes.Remove from the heat. Add the rest of the baby spinach and some basil and blend with a handheld blender. It’ll go bright green. Serve with some chopped spring onions and extra basil. Garnish with extra chilli (optional).

    Keyword miso soup, spinach and broccoli soup

    Spicy butternut soup

    Love butternut soup? The spicy kick in this one punches up the flavour even more.

    Prep Time 10 minutes minsCook Time 1 hour hr

    Course SoupCuisine Healthy

    1 medium-sized butternut chopped1 large onion chopped1 tbsp masala curry spice1 chilli chopped1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 cup vegetable stock1/2 tin coconut creamcoriander for garnishing
    Preheat the oven to 180° C. Place all the ingredients, besides the stock, coconut cream and coriander, in a roasting pan and roast for 40 minutes until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.Squeeze the sweet, soft garlic flesh out of the cloves and place with the rest of the ingredients in a large saucepan. Add the cup of stock and coconut cream.Using a hand blender, blitz all the ingredients together and reheat until the desired temperature is reached. Garnish with coriander.

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    The 12 Best Healthy Green Juice Recipes You Can Make With A Blender Or Juicer

    If you want to drink your veggies (and actually enjoy doing it), a good green juice is the way to go.

    You might not want to go for the store-bought stuff, though. “Most store-bought juices have either been made from a concentrate or processed with heat,” says nutritionist says Kelly Jones. The result: They contain fewer antioxidants in every sugary sip.

    Instead, grab a juicer (or a blender!) and a good green juice recipe and DIY your own.

    Even if you don’t have a juicer, a high-power blender — like a Vitamix or Nutibullet — can get your fibrous fruits and veggies fine enough to sip on like juice, too, Jones says. (Plus, the extra fibre you’ll get from making juice in the blender will keep your blood sugar more stable and nourish your good gut bacteria.)

    However you whip up your green sips, make sure your green juice recipe incorporates some fruit — like apples and limes. Without the sweetness and acid, typically-bitter greens may leave your juice tasting like grass.

    Whether you’re looking for Green Juice Lite or the equivalent of a kale salad in a cup, these are the best green juices (and green smoothies!) you can drink.

    Minimalist Baker

    1. Easy Green Juice

    Per serving: 114 calories, 0.9 g fat (0.2 g saturated), 113 mg sodium, 25.8 g carbs, 3.3 g fibre, 12.9 g sugar, 3.6 g protein

    This juice’s ingredient list includes health-boosting spices like ginger and turmeric, plus apple and lemon for the sweetness and acidity a tasty green juice needs.

    Eating Bird Food

    2. 10-Minute Green Juice

    Per serving: 189 calories, 1 g fat, 38 g carbs, 0 g fibre, 16 g sugar, 7 g protein

    Kale and romaine give this green juice a good dose of protein, while granny smith apple lends a lovely tartness.

    Show Me The Yummy

    3. Green Juice with Celery

    Per serving: 83 calories, 0 g fat, 15 mg sodium, 20 g carbs, 3 g fibre, 12 g sugar, 2 g protein

    This celery- and cucumber-packed juice is super hydrating, low in carbs, and pretty much guaranteed to make you glow from the inside out.

    A Farmgirl’s Dabbles

    4. Citrusy Green Juice

    Per serving: 97 calories, 1 g fat, 16 mg sodium, 22 g carbs, 1 g fibre, 17 g sugar, 2 g protein

    Oranges give this green juice a sweet, refreshing flavour that’s easy for green juice newbies to enjoy.

    READ MORE: What Is Moringa And What Are The Health Benefits?

    Simply Vegan Blog

    5. Fennel Green Juice

    Per serving: 139 calories, 0.5 g fat, 41 mg sodium, 35.6 g carbs, 8 g fibre, 20.7 g sugar, 1.8 g protein

    Fennel gives this quick-to-whip-up green juice unique flavour that has a particularly summery vibe.

    Veggies Save The Day

    6. Pineapple Green Smoothie

    Per serving: 131 calories, 2 g fat (2 g saturated), 13 mg sodium, 28 g carbs, 3 g fibre, 18 g sugar, 1 g protein

    Step your green juice up a notch with this smoothie, which contains tangy-sweet pineapple and electrolyte-packed coconut water.

    Just A Taste

    7. Blender Green Juice

    Per serving: 81 calories, 0g fat (0 g saturated), 40 mg sodium, 19 g carbs, 3 g fibre, 11 g sugar, 2 g protein

    Blend up your morning green juice to keep as much fibre in as possible. If you want it to be pulp-free, simply strain out the liquid by using a cheesecloth. This recipe has notes of citrus and herbs, and it’s ready in just 10 minutes.

    Jessica Gavin

    8. The Ultimate Green Smoothie

    Per serving: 198 calories, 1 g fat (1 g saturated), 83 mg sodium, 47 g carbs, 5 g fibre, 40 g sugar, 5 g protein

    Turn green juice into a meal by adding high-protein Greek yoghurt to the no-joke mix of green veggies — which includes romaine, kale, spinach, and broccoli (trust) — in this recipe.

    READ MORE: This Creamy Kale Pasta Recipe Features Cottage Cheese As A Secret Ingredient

    The Mediterranean Dish

    9. Simple Green Juice

    Per serving: 92 calories, 0.8 g fat (0.2 g saturated), 149.4 mg sodium, 21 g carbs, 6.2 g fibre, 6.2 g sugar, 2.8 g protein

    This six-ingredient green juice contains all the essentials — herbs, leafy greens, fruit, and spice. Mix it up by swapping parsley for coriander or basil, or opting for turmeric or cayenne instead of ginger.

    Damn Delicious

    10. Green Detox Smoothie

    Per serving: 136 calories, 1 g fat (0 g saturated), 104 mg sodium, 28 g carbs, 4 g fibre, 17 g sugar, 1 g protein

    Blended with chia seeds and leafy greens, this green machine provides healthy fat and fibre to fill you up. A little honey makes it perfectly sweet, too.

    Detoxinista

    11. Ginger Celery Juice

    Per serving: 154 calories, 0.8 g fat (0.2 g saturated), 7 mg sodium, 41 g carbs, 7 g fibre, 27 g sugar, 2 g protein

    Get on the celery juice train with this gingery celery juice. It also contains cucumber to keep the beautifying hydration high.

    Minimalist Baker

    12. Creamy Avocado Banana Green Smoothie

    Per serving: 146 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated), 138 mg sodium, 18.2 g carbs, 5.3 g fibre, 7.4 g sugar, 6.9 g protein

    A variety of mixed green gives this smoothie a beautiful hue, while avocado and banana make the texture just right and protein powder offers staying power.

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