Summer Glow Green Smoothie

Looking for a refreshing way to hydrate, beat bloat, and nourish your skin this summer? This Summer Glow Green Smoothie is our favorite go-to for warm days when you want to feel lighter, brighter, and more energized from the inside out - without skipping the nutrition.

Packed with antioxidant-rich greens, fiber, healthy fats, and detox-friendly ingredients, this smoothie supports digestion, radiant skin, and hydration—all in one delicious glass. It’s gentle on the gut, anti-inflammatory, and perfect for sipping after a workout, as a light breakfast, or an afternoon energy boost.

Why This Smoothie Supports Your Summer Glow

1. Protein Options: Collagen, Bone Broth, or Plant-Based

This smoothie includes your choice of protein powder to help balance blood sugar, support muscle tone, and fuel metabolism. Choose what works best for your body:

Collagen Peptides: Sourced from grass-fed bovine or marine collagen, this option supports skin elasticity, joint health, gut lining repair, and hair/nail strength thanks to its glycine and proline content.
Bone Broth Protein: A great middle ground between collagen and traditional protein powders. It’s rich in collagen, glucosamine, and minerals that nourish the gut lining, reduce inflammation, support immune health, and promote skin and joint integrity.
Plant-Based Protein: For a dairy-free or vegan option, choose a clean protein made from pea, hemp, or pumpkin seed. It provides essential amino acids, supports satiety, and keeps your energy stable throughout the day.

Tips: Choose unsweetened, additive-free protein powders for the cleanest option. Choose a hydrolyzed collagen for better absorption or a hypoallergenic pea or hemp protein if you're dairy-sensitive.

2. Coconut Water

Coconut water is nature’s electrolyte drink—rich in potassium, magnesium, and sodium. It helps you stay hydrated during hot summer days and replenishes minerals lost through sweat. Check out Harmless Harvest!

3. Avocado

This creamy superfood adds healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and fiber. Avocado nourishes your skin from within, helps you absorb fat-soluble vitamins (like A and K), and supports hormone production.

4. Spinach

Spinach is loaded with chlorophyll, folate, magnesium, and antioxidants. It supports liver detoxification, red blood cell production, and glowing skin.

Optional Swap: If you’re histamine-sensitive or want to rotate greens, try baby kale or arugula instead.

5. Cucumber

Cucumber is 95% water and naturally cooling. It’s anti-inflammatory, supports hydration, and contains silica, which helps with skin elasticity and joint health.

6. Lemon Juice

Fresh lemon juice boosts digestion, stimulates bile production, and supports the liver’s detox pathways. It's also rich in vitamin C, which promotes collagen production and fights oxidative stress.

7. Green Apple

A crisp green apple adds fiber and a touch of tart sweetness without spiking blood sugar. Apples are rich in pectin, a prebiotic fiber that supports gut health and regularity.

8. Ground Flax or Chia Seeds

Both flax and chia are rich in omega-3s, fiber, and lignans—plant compounds that help balance hormones and support healthy bowel movements. Flax also binds to excess estrogen, supporting hormonal detox.

Tip: Use ground flax for a nutty flavor and hormone support, or chia if you want extra hydration and a thicker texture.

9. Ice

Blending with ice makes this smoothie cold and refreshing—ideal for hot weather. You can also use frozen cucumber or spinach to make it even more cooling.

Summer Glow Green Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients:

1 scoop collagen or clean plant protein
1 cup coconut water
½ avocado
1 handful spinach
½ cucumber (peeled if not organic)
Juice of ½ lemon
½ green apple (cored and chopped)
1 tbsp ground flax or chia seeds
Ice (½–1 cup or to desired consistency)

Instructions:

Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust—add a bit more lemon for brightness or apple for sweetness.
Serve immediately and glow on!

Make It Your Own

Add a pinch of fresh mint or basil for extra digestive support and a cooling twist.
For more protein, add Greek-style yogurt, coconut-based yogurt or a second scoop of protein powder.
Add a dash of ginger for anti-inflammatory benefits and digestion.

Why You'll Love It

This smoothie isn't just a drink—it's a skin-loving, gut-healing, detox-supporting powerhouse. You’ll stay hydrated, reduce puffiness, and feel nourished without needing a heavy meal. Plus, it’s fast, easy, and perfect for busy mornings or summer afternoons.

Ready to glow from the inside out? Try the Summer Glow Green Smoothie and tag us on social with your version! #PurelyRootedRecipes #SummerGlowSmoothie