Green Fairy Smoothie
Brighten your day with the invigorating flavors of the Green Fairy Smoothie, a nutrient-packed beverage that’s as refreshing as it is vibrant. This energizing blend combines fresh spinach, kale, and mint leaves with naturally sweet additions like ripe banana and crisp green apple for a perfectly balanced, nutrient-rich drink. A splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice and creamy unsweetened almond milk tie it all together, while optional honey or maple syrup lets you customize the sweetness to your liking. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this easy, chilled smoothie is ideal for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or a light, wholesome snack. Packed with antioxidants and fiber, the Green Fairy Smoothie is a sip of pure wellness in every glass!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup kale (stems removed)
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 medium green apple (cored and chopped)
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 5 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Wash the spinach, kale, and mint leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
Peel the banana and chop it into chunks for easier blending.
Core the green apple and chop it into medium-sized pieces.
Add spinach, kale, banana, green apple, and mint leaves into a blender.
Pour in the almond milk and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Add honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired.
Throw in the ice cubes for a chilled, creamy texture.
Blend the ingredients on high power until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no visible chunks.
Taste your smoothie and adjust sweetness or consistency by adding more honey, almond milk, or ice as needed.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy and refreshing Green Fairy Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.6 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 256 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 709 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1109 mg | 24% | |
*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.
