Cleansing Apple Avocado Smoothie

plain unsweetened almond milk

loosely packed spinach (that’s about 2 large handfuls)

medium avocado, peeled and pitted

medium apples (any kind you like), peel on, cored and quartered (if not using a high-powered blender such as a Vitamix, cut into a rough dice)

medium banana, cut into chunks and frozen

honey or maple syrup, plus additional to taste

ground ginger or 1/4-inch knob of fresh ginger (if not using a high-power blender, mince the ginger first; use less than 1/2 teaspoon if you’d like a more subtle taste. This smoothie has some zip!)

Small handful of ice cubes

Optional additions: chia seeds, flaxseed, protein powder, almond butter or other nut butter of choice