Broccoli smoothie anyone? Don’t do that face… it is super delicious and rich in properties!
September is the month of back to school, good intentions and in particular detox after vacations. So, there is nothing better than an all-green juice rich in vitamins and minerals to get off on the right foot and get back in shape.
Why broccoli?
Broccoli is a vegetable rich in mineral salts such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamins C, B1, and B2. It contains sulforaphane, a substance that prevents the development of cancer cells and also prevents the process of cell division. As they are rich in fiber, broccoli is also particularly apt in cases of chronic constipation. Broccoli is also a remedy for the lungs, especially for asthma sufferers. All those good properties in one small broccoli? Awesome!
How to store broccoli
Broccoli can be stored in the fruit and vegetable compartment of the refrigerator for 4 or 5 days. To clean them, simply remove the leaves and the tops from the stem. They should be washed thoroughly under running water. The fresh and tastier broccoli has compact, firm, and deep green florets.
Broccoli Smoothie Recipe
To make this green and detoxing smoothie, you need broccoli, 2 peeled oranges, ½ lemon, and 1 fennel. Wash properly and cut into small pieces. Combine all of the ingredients in a high powered blender and blend until smooth.
You can add broccoli to your liking, taste as you go is key – based on our experience, ¾ cup should be the right amount to not taste too much the broccoli.
No need to add sugar because the fennel is already sweet. You can, however, be plentiful with spices - for example, ginger is perfect for detoxing.