The Live Green Smoothie Diet

Upon recently making my first trip to Whole Foods in Tampa (oof — the bill!) I was Christmas-morning squealy-happy to find gorgeously white young coconuts tucked into a corner of the produce department, obviously just waiting for me to take them home. It had been ages since I”d come across any on my shopping forays and was tempted to grab the whole haul!

Instead, I made the conservative choice to start with just two. Little did I know this Coconut-Cherry-Goji LGS lay in wait, creatively speaking, or I would’ve bunged a few more in my bag!

Of course… all the more reason to return to Mecca!

I had a good giggle when I tried to get the first one open, though. I am temporarily ensconced with family here in Florida, without the regular conveniences of my own kitchen, and this kitchen — like most — was not equipped with the appropriate young-coconut-opening devices. So, I dug my machete out of my bedroom closet (purchased last year from Home Depot  in another young coconut-related adventure), took my quarry out onto the lanai, and let’er rip on the big white nut.

No go.

Eventually, I opened the coconut by taking a hammer and banging into the machete, which banged into the nut. I mean… this was not a graceful operation. But I did get it open. And realized I was going to have to take a trip to Target for the proper equipment for all future coconut recipes.

I hesitated to fork over $40 for the meat cleaver I wanted at Target, but… this smoothie persuaded me to splurge, and I”m so glad I did! Now, just 5 quick, easy whacks with the bottom edge of the cleaver and I”m in. Takes all of 60 seconds with a lovely, graceful edge. Which is more than I can say for the work of that machete. Clearly, I will not be taking that dull blade into the jungle with me!

DELICIOUS Live Green Smoothie… With Loads of Energy When You Need It

This smoothie on the other hand… a definite keeper, a new big-time fave. It’s creamy, with a mellow sweetness, and massively energizing. Seriously, if you’re an athlete or low on energy, this is a great recipe for you! And between the ridiculous healthfulness of the delicate young coconut, the coconut water, the kale, and the goji berries, this drink is awesome for  general immune system-boosting and overall vitality. Give to someone who’s been under the weather and they’ll thank you!

Just get a meat cleaver, first. And maybe a cherry-stoner. Which I have yet to find. William Sonoma, maybe? I’ll report back on that.

And for those of you who don’t care much for cherries (you know who you are…), use peaches or nectarines for this. Will turn out smashingly fabulous either way!

Click here for directions on How To Open A Young Coconut (The Safest Way Possible).

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