Good Morning Green Smoothie
Start your day with a burst of freshness and nourishment with the Good Morning Green Smoothie! Packed with vibrant fresh spinach, a naturally sweet ripe banana, and the crisp tang of green apple, this creamy blend is as delicious as it is energizing. Made with unsweetened almond milk, protein-rich plain Greek yogurt, and a boost of chia seeds, this smoothie is a powerhouse of nutrients to kick-start your morning routine. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's the perfect quick and healthy breakfast option that will keep you full and satisfied. Customize its sweetness with a hint of honey or maple syrup, and enjoy it icy cold for the ultimate green smoothie experience. Perfect for busy mornings or post-workout fuel, this recipe delivers a refreshing way to nourish your body.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 medium green apple
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Wash the spinach, green apple, and other produce thoroughly.
Peel and slice the banana into chunks.
Core and chop the green apple into small pieces. Leaving the skin on is optional for added fiber.
Add the spinach, banana, green apple, and unsweetened almond milk to a blender.
Scoop in the plain Greek yogurt, and add the chia seeds.
If you'd like extra sweetness, drizzle in honey or maple syrup.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled smoothie.
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste and adjust sweetness as needed by adding additional honey or maple syrup.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.2 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 920 mg | 20% | |
*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.
