Afternoon Smoothie
Refresh your midday routine with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Afternoon Smoothie! Perfectly balanced with a blend of creamy banana, antioxidant-rich frozen mixed berries, and a handful of baby spinach for a sneaky dose of greens, this recipe will keep you energized and satisfied. Unsweetened almond milk and plain Greek yogurt create a luscious base, while a touch of honey and a sprinkle of chia seeds add natural sweetness and a boost of omega-3s. With just 5 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this smoothie is the ultimate quick and healthy snack or light meal. Its chilled, slushy texture—courtesy of a handful of ice cubes—makes it irresistibly refreshing. Ideal for busy afternoons, this nutritious treat serves two and is as delicious as it is easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece banana
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 handful baby spinach
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 3 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks to make it easier to blend.
Combine the banana, frozen mixed berries, and baby spinach in a blender.
Pour in almond milk and add the Greek yogurt to create a creamy base.
Drizzle in the honey for natural sweetness, then sprinkle over chia seeds for a nutrient boost.
Add the ice cubes to give the smoothie a chilled, slushy texture.
Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and no visible chunks remain.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding an additional teaspoon of honey.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for a refreshing treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 181 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 678 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
