Tropical Green Smoothie recipe
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Tropical Green Smoothie recipe
Description
This smoothie begins by blending fresh baby spinach leaves with milk until the greens are finely broken down, ensuring a smooth texture without a leafy grit. Ripe banana slices add creaminess and sweetness. Frozen mango and pineapple chunks provide tropical fruit flavor and chill the smoothie, thickening it naturally without needing ice.
The drink has a smooth, thick consistency with a blend of fresh vegetal notes softened by the sweetness of banana and the bright, juicy flavors of mango and pineapple. The liquid milk serves to thin the blend just enough for easy drinking while adding some richness.
This smoothie is best served immediately to enjoy its fresh taste and texture. It can serve as a light breakfast, post-workout drink, or a nutritious snack during the day.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup spinach baby, fresh, lightly packed leaves
- 1/2 cup milk or your preferred milk alternative, 2%
- 1 small ripe banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup Mango frozen, unsweetened chunks
- 1/2 cup pineapple frozen, unsweetened chunks
Instructions
- Add the spinach and milk to a blender. Blend until the spinach is well broken down.
- Add the banana, frozen mango, and frozen pineapple. Blend until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 13% |
| Fat | 3.1g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Sodium | 79.5mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 5.3g | 21% |
| Sugar | 40.8g | 82% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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