Zesty Berry-Ginger Glow Smoothie

Servings: 2 | Prep time: 5 minutes

Berries: 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries and ½ cup raspberries.
Ginger: A 1-inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped (adjust based on how much “kick” you like!).
Citrus: Juice of ½ a large lemon.
Liquid Base: 1 cup of coconut water, almond milk, or plain water.
Optional Sweetener: 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if the berries are tart.
Creaminess (Optional): ¼ cup Greek yogurt or half a frozen banana.

Prep the Ginger: Peel the ginger skin using the edge of a spoon. Grate it or chop it finely to ensure no large woody chunks remain in your smoothie.
Load the Blender: Add the liquid base first (this helps the blades move), followed by the ginger, lemon juice, and finally the berries.
Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until perfectly smooth.
Taste Test: Sip a small amount. If it’s too “spicy” from the ginger, add a bit more fruit or sweetener. If it’s too thick, add a splash more liquid.
Serve: Pour into glasses and garnish with a lemon slice or a fresh raspberry on top, just like in your photo!

Ingredient	Benefit
Ginger	Adds a warming, spicy note and is great for digestion.
Berries	Packed with antioxidants and provides that beautiful pink hue.
Lemon	Cuts through the sweetness and adds a bright, refreshing finish.