They're taking over the foodie blogosphere like an infectious disease. They contain ingredients feared by some and foreign to others. Their name even sounds a little dangerous. What in the world am I talking about?
Green Monsters!
Whether or not you've heard of the Green Monster Movement, we're all familiar with the concept of sneaking some extra health into our smoothies. I've been a fan of adding wheat grass powder and hemp protein (separately, not together) to mine for quite some time now, but they've never actually been green in color because fruit is my dominant produce of choice in the morning. I've been missing one key ingredient that will transform my morning smoothie from simple blended berries to Green Monster madness. Any guesses as to what that might be?
Spinach! Kale! Collards!
That's right, more potent green nutrition. The 2-3 cups of leafy greens in a Green Monster is what gives it that signature color. Luckily, when blended thoroughly, this addition is barely noticeable. And by that I mean taste wise, because the color definitely is.
This morning, I was keen on making my first Green Monster and joining the club. However, I was disappointed to discover that we didn't have any spinach. I wasn't about to put mixed greens in, because that just doesn't sound good at all. But I went ahead and made one with hemp protein powder, wheat grass powder, frozen banana, berries, almond butter, yogurt, a splash of maple syrup, and some unsweetened cocoa to mask the grassy taste. It was actually pretty great.
Green Monsters!
Whether or not you've heard of the Green Monster Movement, we're all familiar with the concept of sneaking some extra health into our smoothies. I've been a fan of adding wheat grass powder and hemp protein (separately, not together) to mine for quite some time now, but they've never actually been green in color because fruit is my dominant produce of choice in the morning. I've been missing one key ingredient that will transform my morning smoothie from simple blended berries to Green Monster madness. Any guesses as to what that might be?
Spinach! Kale! Collards!
That's right, more potent green nutrition. The 2-3 cups of leafy greens in a Green Monster is what gives it that signature color. Luckily, when blended thoroughly, this addition is barely noticeable. And by that I mean taste wise, because the color definitely is.
This morning, I was keen on making my first Green Monster and joining the club. However, I was disappointed to discover that we didn't have any spinach. I wasn't about to put mixed greens in, because that just doesn't sound good at all. But I went ahead and made one with hemp protein powder, wheat grass powder, frozen banana, berries, almond butter, yogurt, a splash of maple syrup, and some unsweetened cocoa to mask the grassy taste. It was actually pretty great.
I fully intend to join the Green Monster fun as soon as I can get my hands on some spinach or kale, and I will share this adventure with you accordingly. For now, you can read more about Green Monsters and their creator here.
Happy sipping!