Green smoothies are an ideal fat-burning food because they are nutrient-rich, loaded with fiber and low in fat. We need to eat 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day to prevent cancer and other diseases, and these recipes are a great way to get those servings. So, kick-start your morning with these 4 green smoothie recipes that actually taste great!

1: KIWI GREEN SMOOTHIE

2 frozen bananas
1 fresh kiwi, skin removed
1 cup / 250ml water
2 handfuls baby spinach

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

2: PEACH GREEN SMOOTHIE

2 large handfuls spinach
1 cup / 250ml milk of your choice or water
1 cup / 150g sliced peaches
1/2 orange, peeled

Add all the ingredients, and blend until smooth.

3: VANILLA LIME GREEN SMOOTHIE

1/2 cup / 120ml plain or Greek yogurt, full fat (low-fat options are heavily processed and have artificial additives)
2 large handfuls spinach leaves
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 banana, frozen
2 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup / 120ml milk of your choice, or water

Add all the ingredients, and blend until smooth.

4: AVOCADO BANANA GREEN SMOOTHIE

1 banana, frozen
1/2 medium avocado
1 handful of spinach
1/2 chopped cucumber (peeled)
1/2 cup / 120ml milk of your choice, or water
1 Tablespoon unsweetened peanut butter

Add all the ingredients, and blend until smooth. Enjoy!

These recipes are courtesy of http://serious-fitness-programs.com/weightloss