Green smoothies have been popular among health food lovers for decades. The vibrant drinks are usually made with mild-tasting produce like spinach, avocados, kiwis or green apples, but there’s a new smoothie add-in on the block.
According to English celebrity chef and food writer Heston Blumenthal, author of the book Is This a Cookbook?, parsley belongs in your smoothie. Before we lose you, hear us out. Here's why this herb is a great addition to your morning beverage routine.
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Why You Should Add Parsley to Smoothies
Smoothies can easily be cloyingly sweet, but that's where parsley comes in. The addition of leafy green herb brings an herbaceous, grassy (in a good way) flavor to your drink that’s “unexpectedly wonderful,” in the words of Blumenthal. The British chef goes on to explain the combo, saying "a greenish, unripe banana and parsley combine to produce something that is neither sweet nor savoury." It's a fresh-tasting take on a green juice and a fun new way to kick-start your day.
Parsley also has some notable health benefits. The frilly herb contains Vitamins A, C and K, as well as antioxidants and essential minerals, including folate and iron. You have to eat a good amount of parsley to reap its nutritional benefits and a smoothie is an easy way to work a decent amount of the herb into your diet.
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How to Make a Green Smoothie With Parsley
To make Blumenthal’s banana and parsley smoothie, you’ll need one banana that’s slightly greenish and firm. Blumenthal says he prefers bananas that are a touch underripe because they contain more prebiotic fiber, which becomes food for the healthy bacteria in your gut. From a flavor standpoint, greener bananas are also less sweet than riper bananas, so don’t expect this smoothie to be a sugar bomb.
In addition to the banana, you’ll need one Persian cucumber, a large handful of parsley leaves (flat-leaf or curly parsley), and about ⅔ cup of unflavored yogurt or kefir. Kefir and yogurt are both great sources of probiotics, which are also key for a thriving gut microbiome.
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If you’re worried about the herbal flavor overpowering your drink, you can add some natural sweetness by using a riper banana or adding a pitted date or a handful of fresh or frozen berries. A squeeze of honey or agave syrup would be great, too. A chopped green apple would keep your smoothie’s vibrant green color and add a bright and fruity kick.
Add everything to a blender and blend until you have a smooth, uniform, bright green drink. Bottoms up!
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