Spring Collagen Smoothie

This smoothie is not only packed with nutrients from the spinach, cucumber, pineapple, and avocado but also enhanced with collagen, which helps support healthy skin, hair, and joints. It's perfect for a rejuvenating start to your day or as a refreshing snack during the springtime!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1/2 cup cucumber, chopped
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 banana
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves
• 1 scoop Alaya Naturals Unflavored Multi Collagen powder
• 1 cup Milk of choice (unsweetened)
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• Optional: honey or maple syrup to sweeten (if desired)
• Ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash the spinach leaves, cucumber, and mint leaves thoroughly. Peel and chop the cucumber. Cut the pineapple into chunks. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.
2. Blend: In a blender, combine the spinach, cucumber, pineapple chunks, avocado, mint leaves, collagen powder, lime juice, and coconut water or almond milk.
3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency. If you prefer a colder smoothie, you can add a few ice cubes before blending.
4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness if necessary. If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and blend again.
5. Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint or a slice of lime, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy and refreshing spring collagen smoothie!