Since apples and bananas are readily available, this smoothie is easy and affordable to make year round.

Yield: 3 cups, 1-2 servings

• 1 cup water
• 2 apples, chopped (2 cups)
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup chopped spinach or Swiss chard
• 1 cup chopped kale or collard greens

Equipment

• cutting board
• chef’s knife, 8-inch
• measuring cups
• blender
• rubber spatula

Place all the ingredients in a blender and process on high speed until smooth. Stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, Apple Banana Smoothie will keep for 24 hours.