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1/2 avocado + 1 to 1.5 cups of cold water
1 banana
2 tbsp. wheat germ *(optional)
1 to 2 handfuls baby spinach
agave to taste
protein powder * (optional)
a few ice cubes

Blend well. I have a crappy old blender, so it takes a while...

* I know many people on this site are high raw/gluten free/soy free/vegan. So some ingredients are optional. I add the wheat germ for the vitamin E and Folic acid benefits and a nutty taste, although I suppose ground nuts could be used instead. I use Life's Basics protein powder. It is a pea, hemp, rice and chia seed blend (vegan and gluten free, but not raw) and it has a green phyto nutrient blend in it too.

This is my favorite "go to" smoothie for high calorie/high nutrients after a workout for before going to school.

-Rae Hannah

Traditionally the spinach in this dish is boiled until it's wilted, but I figured if I can make raw kale or chard into a tender raw salad, why would I need to wilt spinach? The sesame seeds are also usually toasted. This is based on a recipe from 'Japanese Cooking' by Miyoko Nishimoto Schinner.

Something to try when you don't really want a smoothie.

Pile a huge amount of greens in a deep bowl, then sprinkle fresh blueberries over. Chop or scoop the insides of one or two organic grapefruits and sprinkle that over too. Tastes good with a mango dressing or such.

From my experience, eating seasonal foods has supported my immune system and tasted much better (especially when organic). This smoothie gives me the RUSH I need in the morning and is absolutely delicious!