Description
This blueberry spinach smoothie is a quick, nutrient-packed blend of sweet blueberries, leafy spinach, and creamy banana. It’s perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a refreshing, healthy snack that satisfies and energizes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup frozen blueberries: for natural sweetness and antioxidants
- 1 cup baby spinach: mild green flavor and essential nutrients
- 1 banana: adds creaminess and natural sugar
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt: boosts protein and adds creaminess
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk: light dairy-free base
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter: adds richness and healthy fats
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional): natural sweetener if needed
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds: for fiber, omega-3s, and thickness
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract: enhances flavor
Instructions
- Pour almond milk into the blender first to ensure smooth blending.
- Add Greek yogurt, banana, and peanut butter on top of the liquid base.
- Layer in the spinach to help it blend thoroughly without clogging the blades.
- Add frozen blueberries, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and honey if using.
- Blend on low speed, gradually increasing to high, until completely smooth (about 45–60 seconds).
- Taste and adjust sweetness or texture as needed by adding more honey or almond milk.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately, or store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- Use frozen banana for a thicker, frostier texture.
- Skip honey if your banana is ripe and sweet.
- To prep ahead, freeze ingredients (except liquids) in a zip-top bag.
- Chia seeds can be soaked for 10 minutes before blending to improve digestion.
- Fresh blueberries and spinach work well but may result in a thinner smoothie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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