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Citrus Green Lift
By: Sipzy
Beverage Type(s)
- Non-alcoholic
Recommended Occasion
Pre-workout
Flavor Profile
earthycitrusfreshpeppery
Description
A bright green pre-workout drink built around matcha, leafy greens, and lemon. It targets caffeine, plant nitrates, and taurine while keeping sugar and sodium low.
Ingredients
- Water - 1 1/4 cup
- Matcha - 1 tsp
- Arugula - 1 cup
- Spinach - 1 cup
- Cucumber - 1/2 cup
- Lemon - 1 tbsp
- Ginger - 1 tsp
- Mint - 1 tsp
- Taurine - 1 g
Preparation Instructions
- Add water, arugula, spinach, cucumber, lemon, ginger, mint, matcha, and taurine to a blender.
- Blend until very smooth.
- Pour into a glass.
- Serve immediately 30 to 45 minutes before exercise.
Dietary Goals
- Increases workout performance
Additional Information
- This recipe avoids beet juice and uses arugula and spinach as the primary nitrate sources.
- For a smoother drink, strain after blending.
- If you are sensitive to caffeine, reduce the matcha to 0.5 tsp.