Recipe: Green Tea & Spinach Smoothie With Mixed Berries

This simple and delicious smoothie is great for those who need a pick-me-up to start off the day. Green tea will give you a boost without the jittery effects of coffee - plus it's much gentler on your system, and provides helpful antioxidants as well as energy. Spinach packs a punch of nutrition and protein, while the berries offer extra antioxidants and tasty flavor.

Green Tea And Spinach Smoothie With Mixed Berries
(Serves 2-3.)

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Ingredients:

2 green tea bags
1 cup water, hot
3 cups spinach
1 cup raspberries, frozen
1 cup other berries, frozen
1 cup seedless grapes, frozen

Directions:

• Steep 2 green tea bags in 1 cup hot water for 2 minutes; discard tea bags. Cool for about 5 minutes.
• Put all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.