Strawberry Spinach Smoothie
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4.6
Strawberry Spinach Smoothie
Description
This simple smoothie combines two cups of baby spinach with fresh or frozen strawberries and banana chunks to provide natural sweetness and body. Plain Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein, while unsweetened almond milk thins the mixture to a drinkable consistency. Honey and vanilla extract contribute gentle sweetness and aroma. Ice cubes help chill and thicken the blend.
Blending these ingredients until smooth yields a bright green smoothie with a balance of fruity sweetness and subtle vegetable freshness. The banana and yogurt smooth the texture, making it creamy without thickness of a shake.
This smoothie is suitable as a light breakfast or snack, especially when you want to include leafy greens in an easy way. It can be served immediately for best flavor and consistency.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of choice, unsweetened
- 1/4 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 banana broken into chunks, frozen
- 1/2 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in the blender. Blend until smooth. Serve in two glasses immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2smoothies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 375 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 375kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 65g | 22% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 136mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 45g | 90% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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