Vietnamese

Easy · Cold

Hanoi Celery Green Whirl

A vivid emerald green smoothie that channels Chef Sora Vanh's Vietnamese heritage — celery, spinach, and mango whirled with coconut water, fresh ginger, lime, and chia seeds into a nutrient-dense, living-nutrition elixir.

Recipe by

Sora Vanh

The Green Whirl Alchemist

Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Total

20 min

Method

Combine chia seeds with 100ml coconut water in a small bowl; stir well. Let sit 10 minutes until seeds swell and form a light gel — this creates a silky body in the final blend.

Rinse celery under cold water; slice into 5cm pieces. Rinse spinach and shake dry. Peel mango and cut into 3cm chunks. Peel and finely grate ginger. Zest both limes fully, then juice them — you need 60ml fresh lime juice. Pick mint and cilantro leaves from stems.

Add soaked chia mixture, remaining 200ml coconut water, and almond milk to high-speed blender; blend on medium 30 seconds to integrate.

Add spinach, celery, mango, banana, ginger, lime zest, lime juice, mint, and cilantro. Blend on high 60–90 seconds until completely smooth and uniformly emerald. The color should be vivid and the texture silky.

Taste and adjust — add more coconut water to thin, or a few extra spinach leaves to deepen color. Pour into 4 tall glasses. Garnish each with a pinch of chia seeds, a small mint sprig, and a lime zest curl.

Nutri-Score

Excellent balance

A–E · lower is better · score -4

Calories

176

per serving

Source of protein · 5gLow sugar · 16gLow saturated fat · 1gLow salt · 143mg

Protein

Carbs

30g

Fat

Sat. fat

Fiber

10g

Sugar

16g

Sodium

143mg

Dairy FreeGluten FreeLow CalorieLow FatLow SodiumPlant BasedRawVeganWhole FoodAnti InflammatoryDigestive HealthHeart HealthyImmune SupportWeight ManagementAlkaline FormingBioavailable NutrientsHigh FiberLiving NutritionMicronutrient Dense

Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.

Environmental impact

Very low impact

A–E · lower is better · includes estimates

kg CO₂e

0.3

per serving

ACarbon

Coconut Water drives 33% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.

Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.

Flavor Profile

Umami

Sweet

Salty

Sour

Bitter

Spicy

Textures

CreamySilkySmooth

Aromas

CitrusEarthyHerbalTropical

Kitchen Equipment

Primary Tool

High Speed Blender

High Speed Blender Chef Knife Cutting Board Measuring Cups Measuring SpoonMicroplane ZesterSilicone SpatulaSmall BowlServing Glasses

Techniques

Blending JuicingSoakingZesting

Safety & Storage

Allergen Warning

This smoothie contains almond milk (tree-nut allergen) and celery stalks (celery allergen). Verify all guests have no sensitivities before serving.

Cross Contamination

If using a shared blender or cutting board, thoroughly clean between uses to prevent cross-contact with other allergens such as peanuts, fish, or shellfish.

Storage

Consume immediately for optimal nutrient retention. If storing, refrigerate in an airtight container for no more than 24 hours; separation is natural—shake well before drinking.

Handling

Exercise caution when handling high-speed blender blades during assembly and cleaning. Ensure hands are completely dry before operating electrical equipment.

Shelf Life

Fresh green smoothies with leafy greens and citrus lose nutritional potency within 4-6 hours. Best consumed within 2 hours of preparation for maximum bioavailability of greens.

High Risk Population

Immunocompromised individuals, young children, and pregnant individuals should consume only if all produce has been washed in safe water and prepared under sanitary conditions.

Pro Tips

Technique

Soak your chia seeds in coconut water rather than plain water — the subtle sweetness amplifies the tropical character and creates a silkier gel that binds the smoothie together without any chalky texture.

Substitution

If you want a richer, more indulgent result, replace up to half the almond milk with full-fat coconut cream while keeping the coconut water ratio the same — the fat carries the fat-soluble pigments beautifully.

From the chef

This is emerald alchemy in a glass. Celery and baby spinach deliver deep chlorophyll and mineral depth, while ripe mango and banana bring natural sweetness that needs nothing refined. Chia seeds bloomed in coconut water first — they create a silky body and steady the texture so the blend stays lush, not watery. Fresh ginger and a full squeeze of lime keep everything alive and bright. Blend on high until the color is uniformly vivid and the fiber is completely smooth. Pour tall and drink it while that living green is at its peak.

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TagsVeganDairy FreeGluten FreeAnti InflammatoryHigh FiberNutrient DenseNo CookQuick PrepRawPlant BasedCeleryGreen Smoothie

AllergensTree NutsCelery

Source: generated · June 13, 2026