Description
Refreshing green smoothie blends spinach, banana, and almond milk into a nutrient-packed powerhouse of wellness. Smooth, creamy, and packed with essential vitamins, this quick blend delivers pure nutrition that energizes you from the first sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 medium apple (cored)
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) fresh spinach
- 1/2 ripe avocado
Liquid Base:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) coconut water
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse fresh spinach leaves under cool running water, ensuring all dirt and debris are removed.
- Place washed spinach and coconut water into a high-powered blender, processing until the greens are completely liquefied and smooth.
- Introduce sliced banana, diced apple, and halved avocado into the blender, continuing to blend until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform texture.
- Evaluate the smoothie’s thickness, gradually incorporating additional coconut water to reach desired consistency if needed.
- Pour the vibrant green elixir into chilled serving glasses, optionally adorning the surface with decorative fruit slices or a sprinkle of fresh ingredients for visual appeal.
- Consume immediately to preserve maximum nutritional value and optimal flavor profile.
Notes
- Prep spinach carefully to remove any dirt or grit that might affect the smoothie’s texture and taste.
- Choose ripe bananas for natural sweetness, helping reduce the need for additional sweeteners.
- Experiment with different leafy greens like kale or Swiss chard to boost nutritional variety and prevent flavor fatigue.
- Keep extra coconut water on hand to adjust thickness, ensuring the perfect smooth consistency every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 13 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg