Description
A vibrant and healthy spinach strawberry smoothie packed with nutrients and flavor. This easy-to-make smoothie is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a post-workout boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh spinach, tightly packed
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 frozen banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or vegan alternative)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond, soy, or oat)
- 1/4 cup water (adjust for desired consistency)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for added nutrients and thickness)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
- A few ice cubes (optional, for extra chill)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and have them ready.
- Layer Ingredients in the Blender: Add milk and water to the blender first.
- Add Spinach: Add the fresh spinach.
- Add Frozen Fruit: Add the frozen strawberries and banana slices.
- Add Yogurt: Spoon in the Greek yogurt (or vegan alternative).
- Add Optional Ingredients: Add chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract, if using.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid and blend on low, gradually increasing to high speed. Blend until completely smooth (30-60 seconds).
- Check the Consistency: If too thick, add more water or milk. If too thin, add more ice or frozen fruit. Blend again after each adjustment.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
- Pour and Enjoy: Pour into a glass or travel mug and enjoy immediately. Garnish with fresh strawberries or chia seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Greens: Substitute spinach with kale, romaine, or baby greens. Use less of stronger-flavored greens like kale.
- Protein: Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra boost.
- Fruits: Experiment with blueberries, raspberries, mangoes, or peaches.
- Nut Butter: Add a tablespoon of almond, peanut, or cashew butter for healthy fats and flavor.
- Seeds and Nuts: Add flax seeds, hemp seeds, almonds, or walnuts for extra nutrients and texture.
- Smoothie Bowl: Pour into a bowl and top with granola, fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, and shredded coconut.
- Make Ahead: Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir before drinking.
- Freeze: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature.
- Sweetness: Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup to your liking.
- Frozen Spinach: Use frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed of excess water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes