*1 handful of raw pecansthese can also be soaked in water overnight, and then drained; this makes them more digestible and makes the nutrients more "accessible"
*1 cup coconut waterfrom a young Thai coconut or from a package such as O.N.E brand, or use coconut milk
*4 clean kale or baby bok choy leavesI used lacinato kale from my garden- yay!
*2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
*flesh from 1/4-1/3 avocado- optionalmakes the smoothie a bit more creamy and rich
*1-2 tsp. pure maple syrup- optionalsweetens it a bit if needed
Instructions
Place all ingredients into a high speed blender (such as a Blendtec or Vita-Mix) and process until smooth, adding additional ice or water, if needed, to produce a creamy, smooth consistency.