Description
This Spinach Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious beverage that combines fresh spinach, ripe banana, Greek yogurt, and frozen pineapple for a creamy, delicious treat. Perfect for a quick breakfast or an energizing snack, it blends together wholesome ingredients packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. Optional add-ins like honey, chia seeds, or flaxseed provide extra sweetness and nutrition, while almond milk keeps it light and dairy-compatible.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 ripe banana
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
Optional Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed (optional)
- ½ cup ice (optional, for a colder smoothie)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including fresh spinach, ripe banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, frozen pineapple chunks, and any optional add-ins you prefer.
- Add to Blender: Place the spinach, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and frozen pineapple into the blender. If using, add honey or maple syrup to sweeten and chia seeds or flaxseed for extra fiber and nutrition.
- Blend: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you want a thicker, colder smoothie, add ice and blend again until well combined.
- Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if desired. You can also add more milk if you prefer a thinner texture.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute plant-based yogurt for Greek yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- You can prepare smoothie packs in advance by freezing the spinach and fruit together for quicker blending on busy mornings.
