Yields: 1-2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
Greens
- 2 cups packed spinach or kale (or a mix)
Fruit
- 1 frozen banana (provides sweetness and creaminess)
- 1/2 cup frozen mango or pineapple (or a mix of berries)
Liquid
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, or water
Boosters (optional)
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (almond, peanut, etc.)
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp seeds
- A pinch of cinnamon or ginger
Instructions
1. Prep your ingredients: Wash and roughly chop your greens. If using fresh fruit, peel, slice, and freeze for a thicker consistency.
2. Combine in a high-powered blender: Add all the ingredients starting with the leafy greens, followed by the fruit, liquid, and any optional boosters.
3. Blend until smooth: Start on low speed and gradually increase the speed until the smoothie is creamy and well-combined. This could take 30 seconds to a minute.
4. Adjust consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a bit more liquid. If too thin, add a handful of ice. Blend again.
5. Taste and tweak: Give your smoothie a taste. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the flavors or a dash of honey or maple syrup if it needs extra sweetness.
6. Enjoy immediately: Pour into a glass and serve.
Tips
Experiment: Have fun experimenting with different greens, fruits, and flavor additions.
Freeze your fruit: Frozen fruit creates a thicker, colder smoothie.
Add-ins: For extra creaminess, try a dollop of yogurt or a chunk of avocado.
Make ahead: Blend your smoothie the night before and store in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Give it a quick shake before serving.
