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Spinach Smoothie

This spinach smoothie recipe is quick and easy, using simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. You can't taste the spinach at all!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 399 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup almond milk , plus more as needed to blend
  • 1 to 2 cups baby spinach (see notes)
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 2 tablespoons hemp hearts
  • 1 frozen banana , sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

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  1. If you don't have a powerful blender, start by placing the milk and spinach in a blender. Blend until the greens are totally pulverized, for the best texture. (You can skip this step if using a high-speed blender.)
  2. Add in the rest of the ingredients, and blend until very smooth. You may need to add up to a 1/4 cup more milk or water to help everything blend smoothly, depending on the size of the banana you use. The riper the banana you use, the sweeter this smoothie will be. If you need to add sweetness, you can always add a pitted Medjool date, or a splash of maple syrup, or honey (if not vegan), and blend again. Serve right away for the best taste and texture.
  3. Leftover smoothie can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours, but the taste and texture will change over time. Be sure to check out the freezer bag tips in this post, for another make-ahead option.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is for the whole batch. This information is automatically calculated, and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.
  • To make a more filling smoothie, feel free to add another tablespoon of nut butter, or extra frozen fruit + more liquid to blend.
  • I typically use fresh baby spinach in this recipe, but you can use frozen spinach if you prefer. In that case, start with just a 1/4 cup of frozen spinach (since it is more compact) and then you can add more, to taste, as you blend. See more tips in the full post.

Nutrition Information

Calories 399kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 14g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Sodium 261mg (11%) Potassium 696mg (20%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 16g (32%) Vitamin A 3046IU (61%) Vitamin C 19mg (21%) Calcium 239mg (24%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 399

% Daily Value*

Calories 399kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14g 82%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Sodium 261mg 11%
Potassium 696mg 15%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 16g 32%
Vitamin A 3046IU 61%
Vitamin C 19mg 21%
Calcium 239mg 24%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.