Spinach Smoothie

Prep: 10

Cook: 0

Total Time: 10

Yield: 5 servings

Course: Drink

Cuisine: American

Calories: 105kcal

Author: Jessica Gavin

For a quick energy boost, whip up this spinach smoothie recipe made with a variety of fruits and veggies like pineapple, banana, apples in each serving.

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup (130 g) ice cubes
▢ 2 cups (286 g) frozen pineapple chunks
▢ ½ cup (85 g) frozen banana slices, about 1 medium banana
▢ 1 cup (143 g) diced apple, Fuji, red, or green, 1" pieces
▢ 2 cups (60 g) baby spinach
▢ ½ cup (120 ml) plain Greek yogurt
▢ 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk

Instructions

Layer the Ingredients – To a blender, add ice cubes, pineapple, banana slices, diced apple, baby spinach, yogurt, and almond milk.
Cover and Blend – Cover and process on medium speed for about 30 seconds, using the tamper as needed. Increase to high speed for 15 to 30 seconds until thick and smooth. Adjust with more almond milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.

Notes

Recipe Yield: 5 cups
Serving Size: 1 cup
Freezing Fresh Fruit: Slice bananas into 1/2" slices and pineapple into 1" chunks. Freeze in a single layer until solidified, about 6 hours.
Make it Vegan and Dairy-Free: Substitute Greek yogurt for plant-based yogurts like almond, soy, cashew, or coconut.
For a Sweeter Taste: Add pure maple syrup or honey, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the desired sweetness level is reached.

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