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Recipe: The Post Workout Green Smoothie Quencher

Published on February 26, 2015 by Helen 22 Comments
Last Updated on November 17, 2018

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The Post Workout Green Smoothie QuencherWhenever I finish doing any exercise I am always ravenously hungry, with a full on growling tummy, I have to stop and think and not reach for a snack and immediately undo much of the good I have just done.

Of course I know that often the feeling of hunger is caused by dehydration, and am aware of the importance of properly re-hydrating after exercise, but sometimes I want a little more than just a drink of water.  This green smoothie quencher is very refreshing and very gulp-able on your return from the gym, contains about 1 and a half portions of your five a day, and takes 30 seconds to whizz up in a blender.

I use a Optimum 9400 Blender from Froothie, which makes quick work of frozen fruit and vegetables, I would not be without it – it is one of the few appliances that lives on the worktop and that I use every day.    It is an investment when comparing the Froothie to the Vitamix the Froothie wins on price, power and (importantly if you live in a flat) volume!  Froothie vs Vitamix review and comparison is here.

If you do not have a power blender you can still make this in either regular jug blender or with s stick blender, just use chilled rather than frozen grapes, and be aware it will be not quite as smooth.

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4.82 from 11 votes

The Post Workout Green Smoothie Quencher

A light and refreshing gulp-able healthy green smoothie. Perfect for after a workout to rehydrate.
Servings: 1
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins

Ingredients

  • 10 green grapes – frozen
  • 150 ml coconut water
  • small handful spinach

Instructions

  • Simply place all the ingredients into a power blender and whizz until smooth.
  • I measure the ingredients by putting the grapes into the glass, then fill to 5cm from the top with coconut water before pouring into the blender with the spinach.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Course: Smoothie
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: hydrating green smoothie
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  1. Janice

    5 stars
    Now there is a simple recipe, easy to whizz up.

    Reply
    • Helen

      And very effective at hydrating after exercise!

      Reply
  2. Ciara (My Fussy Eater)

    5 stars
    Yum, this looks delicious and right up my street!

    Reply
    • Helen

      the perfect hydrator!

      Reply
  3. Kavey

    I love smoothies but am yet to get on board the green smoothie train. I must try.

    Reply
  4. Jacqueline Meldrum

    5 stars
    Oh I’m loving this one Helen. Note to self – freeze some grapes!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Frozen grapes are amazing. Use to cool wine without diluting it too!

      Reply
  5. [email protected]

    5 stars
    Oh I love frozen grapes, what a great idea to use them in a smoothie. I think this smoothie would be a good way to enjoy coconut water as I don’t like it on it’s own.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I find that the flavour of coconut water varies hugely Laura. Some I love on its own, others I am far less keen on

      Reply
  6. Jeanne @ Cooksister

    5 stars
    So greeeeeen! I love the idea of grapes in a smoothie :) My meal of choice when I get back from the gym is a ton of water and 2 soft-boiled eggs. Makes the trip to the gym seem worthwhile!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Grapes are wonderful – they add a little sweetness but do not thicken it at all.

      Reply
  7. nazima

    5 stars
    clever idea Helen. not too thick and perfect for hydrating as well as boosting energy post workout.

    Reply
    • Helen

      it contains some, but not a full on whack of calories.

      Reply
  8. Emily Leary

    5 stars
    Sounds perfect and a lovely colour – might make one now as I’ve just started on a morning workout routine and it’s a bit of a shock to the system!

    Reply
    • Helen

      It is the perfect post workout drink Emily, so refreshing.

      Reply
  9. Helen

    4 stars
    My post workout snack of choice is quite often two hot buttered crumpets….hmmm….think I should make this swap pronto – thanks for posting! Helen xx

    Reply
    • Helen

      Hot buttered crumpets do sound just the ticket Helen!

      Reply
  10. Dan

    5 stars
    I do like to start my day with a green smoothie. I will give this recipe a try.

    Reply
  11. Gigi

    5 stars
    Omg I’m in love !
    I’ll be honest I played around abit added A banana(I feel they will get jealous if I don’t use them) some honey & vanilla organic plant protein nevertheless and I can feel my body rehydrate by the sip, It was perfect after my run!!!! Ps I used vita coco w/pineapple :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      A banana will certainly make it far more filling!

      Reply
  12. Hazel

    4 stars
    In my entire life have never liked smoothies but this one definitely deserves my try got two things I love spinach and grapes ….

    Reply
    • Helen

      You could well like this one Hazel, its not too thick if you whizz it in a decent blender.

      Reply

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