Greens to Go Smoothie
Kickstart your day with the vibrant and nutritious 'Greens to Go Smoothie,' a refreshing blend that’s as delicious as it is energizing. Packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh spinach, creamy avocado, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this smoothie is a powerhouse of vitamins and healthy fats. Sweetened naturally with a frozen banana and green apple, it’s perfectly balanced with optional honey or maple syrup for a touch of indulgence. Chia seeds add a boost of dietary fiber and omega-3s, while unsweetened almond milk delivers a dairy-free creamy base. This quick and easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal on-the-go breakfast or post-workout snack. Blend, pour, and enjoy this green smoothie that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing! Keywords: green smoothie recipe, healthy breakfast, spinach smoothie, chia seed smoothie, quick and easy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large frozen banana
- 0.5 medium green apple
- 0.25 medium avocado
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and ensure the spinach is rinsed thoroughly.
Peel the frozen banana and halve the green apple, removing the core.
Add the spinach, almond milk, frozen banana, green apple half, and avocado quarter to a blender.
Sprinkle in the chia seeds and add the lemon juice.
Toss in the ice cubes for a chilled and refreshing texture.
If you'd like a touch of sweetness, add honey or maple syrup to taste.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the smoothie is completely smooth with no chunks remaining.
Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your Greens-to-Go Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 199 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 912 mg | 19% | |
*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.
