Spinach Smoothie Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 smoothies
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Calories
195 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
North American
Spinach Smoothie Recipe
Description
The Spinach Smoothie Recipe combines a medium banana, fresh baby spinach, pineapple chunks, yogurt, and hemp hearts with water to create a smooth and creamy drink. Blending these ingredients brings out the natural sweetness of the banana and pineapple, balanced by the fresh green notes of spinach. The yogurt adds creaminess and a subtle tang, while hemp hearts contribute a mild nutty flavor and boost nutrient content.
To achieve the right consistency, frozen ingredients or a handful of ice can be used. If multiple ingredients are frozen, adding more water can help thin the smoothie to a desirable texture. Served immediately, it is a refreshing and simple option for a snack or breakfast.
The recipe allows adjustment of sweetness with optional honey, though the fruit often provides sufficient natural sugar. The mixture is blended on high until smooth.
Ingredients
- 1 medium banana
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup pineapple
- ¼ cup yogurt
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
Instructions
- Add the banana, spinach, pineapple, yogurt, water, and hemp hearts to your blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth. Taste the smoothie and add the optional honey if you would like it sweeter.
- Pour your smoothie into glasses and serve it right away.
Notes
- Use at least one frozen ingredient to chill the smoothie; if none are frozen, add ice and omit water to maintain thickness.
- If adding more than one frozen ingredient, increase water quantity to adjust the smoothie to your preferred consistency.
- Optional honey can be added for extra sweetness after blending and tasting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2smoothies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 195 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 smoothie | |
| Calories | 195kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 521mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 2968IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 53mg | 59% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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