Go GREEN: 15 Healthy Produce-Packed Snacks & Smoothies to Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day
With Saint Patrick’s Day coming up, we’re seeing lots of green everywhere you look. This holiday season, instead of dying your milk with food coloring or making artificial green-frosted cupcakes, why not utilize fresh fruit and vegetables to give the same effect? After all, March is National Nutrition Month — an excellent time to pile in nutrient-rich produce.
This week on the Vibrant Health blog, we’re sharing our go-to green produce guide plus a roundup of delicious (and healthy) green plant-based snacks, smoothies and smoothie bowls to add to your recipe collection.
Go-To Green Produce Guide
Swap the artificial-colored sweet treats for real food. You can add a pop of festive green to your meals this week with these colorful fruits and vegetables instead!
- Avocados
- Green apples
- Pears
- Asparagus
- Spinach
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Zucchini
- Swiss chard
- Collard Greens
- Broccoli
- Microgreens
- Kiwi
- Cabbage
- Limes
- Cucumber
- Green grapes
- Peas
- Brussels Sprouts
- Celery
- Endive
Healthy Green Produce-Packed Snacks
From shamrock-shaded green smoothies to jazzed-up basil pesto hummus, we’ve compiled a list of 15 healthy dye-free green snacks to add into your diet this season!
- Protein Packed Shamrock Smoothie
- Summer Greens Smoothie
- Rainbow Fruit Toast
- Basil Pesto Hummus
- Chickpea Endive Boats
- Avocado Deviled Eggs
- Get Your Greens Smoothie Bowl
- Matcha Popsicles with Coconut Milk
- Healthy Green Goddess Dip with Veggies
- Spinach Egg Muffin Cups
- Apple Celery Smoothie Bowl
- Cucumber Bites with Feta, Mint & Basil
- Baked Kale Chips
- Green Vibrance Herb Dressing
- Parmesan Spinach Balls
1. Protein Packed Shamrock Smoothie
If Saint Paddy’s Day had an official smoothie, this would be it. With a scoop of our Green Vibrance +Protein, this green smoothie packs a protein punch — keeping you satiated. We love the added health benefits from fiber-rich cauliflower and frozen bananas.
Get the recipe here at Vibrant Health!
2. Summer Greens Smoothie
Sip your way toward sweet summertime with this vibrant smoothie, loaded with green produce like kiwi, green apple and avocado.
Get the recipe here at Vibrant Health!
3. Rainbow Fruit Toast
If the pot of gold is at the end of the rainbow, you’ve just won the jackpot. These adorable rainbow-hued toasts are a healthy festive snack for adults and kids alike. We’re impartial to the green varieties: kiwi, mint and green grapes or avocado with heirloom tomatoes.
Get the recipe here at Taste of Home!
4. Basil Pesto Hummus
Green-ify your hummus by mixing in fresh basil leaves! The basil and pesto give it a creamy, pesto flavor — ideal for dipping your favorite veggies.
Get the recipe here at I Heart Vegetables!
5. Chickpea Endive Boats
Ready to make a splash of green? Whip up a batch of these chickpea endive boats — stuffed with celery, green onion, green grapes, herbs and spices. They’re the perfect appetizer to serve at a spring gathering!
Get the recipe here at Thyme of Season!
6. Avocado Deviled Eggs
Give your deviled eggs a green makeover without artificial dyes! This healthy recipe swaps mayo for a zesty blend of avocado, lime juice, red onion and cilantro.
Get the recipe here at Downshiftology!
7. Get Your Greens Smoothie Bowl
Smoothie bowls are an excellent breakfast or nutrient-dense snack option. This one’s got all the ingredients for you to get your greens in — including spinach and a scoop of our Green Vibrance plant-based superfood powder.
Get the recipe here at Vibrant Health!
8. Matcha Popsicles with Coconut Milk
If you’re craving something cool, we’ve got just the sweet treat for you. These green popsicles get their color from Matcha Green Tea powder. It’s mixed together with coconut milk and your choice of agave or maple syrup for a pop of sweetness.
Get the recipe here at The Fig Jar!
9. Healthy Green Goddess Dip with Veggies
Feel like a goddess with this super clean (and green) dip! It’s loaded with plant-based ingredients like kale, chives, avocado and lemon then blended up with greek yogurt for an irresistible dip. Serve with your favorite veggies or crackers!
Get the recipe here at Bowl of Delicious!
10. Spinach Egg Muffin Cups
Move over green eggs and ham; there’s a new dish in town! These spinach egg muffin cups are a great way to sneak in leafy greens, especially for picky eaters. Bake in mini muffin tins for the perfect on-the-go snack size!
Get the recipe here at The Clean Eating Couple!
11. Apple Celery Smoothie Bowl
This smoothie bowl has a trifecta of nutrient-dense green produce: apple, celery and kale. A scoop of our Green Vibrance gives you everything you need to supercharge your day!
Get the recipe here at Vibrant Health!
12. Cucumber Bites with Feta, Mint and Basil
These mini kebabs are the perfect snack to welcome spring with open arms! Cucumbers, feta and bright green mint and basil leaves pair perfectly together. They’re drizzled with a homemade balsamic dressing before serving.
Get the recipe here at Delightful Mom Food!
13. Baked Kale Chips
These good-for-you crunchy chips are made with just three ingredients: kale, olive oil and sea salt. Hurray for leafy greens!
Get the recipe here at Feel Good Foodie!
14. Green Vibrance Herb Dressing
This herby green dressing is about to become your new best friend this season! You’ll get a boost in nutrients from our Green Vibrance superfood powder, plus It’s chock-full of flavor from fresh herbs, lemon and garlic. Top it on your salads or enjoy it as a dip with your favorite crudité.
Get the recipe here at Vibrant Health!
15. Parmesan Spinach Balls
If you struggle to get your kids to eat their greens, this recipe is for you! These easy bites combine frozen spinach with parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, onion and garlic for a delicious child-approved snack.
Get the recipe here at Momables!
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