Description
This delicious smoothie blends fresh spinach, creamy avocado, and a mix of frozen berries for a nutritious breakfast or snack. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, it’s a vibrant way to energize your day!
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1/2 cup frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 tablespoon flaxseeds
- 1/2 cup oats (optional for added fiber)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker smoothie)
Instructions
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- Gather all your ingredients.
- Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
- Rinse the spinach under cold water and pat it dry.
- Measure out the Greek yogurt and almond milk.
- Use frozen mixed berries directly from the freezer.
- Scoop out half an avocado.
- Measure chia seeds, flaxseeds, and oats if using.
- Add almond milk to the blender.
- Add Greek yogurt for creaminess.
- Toss in banana chunks and spinach leaves.
- Add frozen mixed berries.
- Include the avocado for extra creaminess.
- Sprinkle in chia seeds, flaxseeds, and oats if using.
- Drizzle honey for sweetness if desired.
- Add ice cubes for a thicker texture if preferred.
- Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with more honey or maple syrup if needed.
- Add more almond milk if too thick, or more oats/fruit if too thin.
- Pour into a tall glass or mason jar.
- Top with chia seeds, whole berries, or a dollop of yogurt for presentation.
- Enjoy with a straw or spoon!
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Notes
- For a tropical twist, substitute mixed berries with pineapple and mango.
- For a chocolate flavor, add cocoa powder and increase peanut butter.
- Add protein powder or spirulina for an extra nutrient boost.
- For a coffee flavor, replace almond milk with brewed coffee.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes