Creamy Lime & Cashew Green Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 2

1 cup baby spinach or kale (packed)
1/2 cup raw cashews (soaked in water for 30 minutes if you prefer an extra smooth texture)
1 large lime, juiced (plus a little zest if you love extra citrus flavor)
1 frozen banana (this adds natural sweetness and a creamy consistency)
1 ½ cups water, coconut water, or unsweetened almond milk
Optional: A small piece of fresh ginger for a zingy kick, or a teaspoon of honey/maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.

Prep: Add your liquid base (water, coconut water, or milk) to the blender first—this helps the blades move smoothly.
Combine: Add the greens, cashews, lime juice, and frozen banana.
Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for 45–60 seconds, or until the cashews are completely broken down and the mixture is silky smooth.
Adjust: Taste and add a touch of sweetener if needed, or more liquid if it’s too thick for your liking.
Serve: Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately!

Texture: If you have a standard blender, soaking the cashews in hot water for a while before blending makes a huge difference in achieving that creamy, drinkable consistency.
Cold Factor: If you aren’t using a frozen banana, toss in a handful of ice cubes before blending to keep it refreshing.