Health Nut Smoothie
Fuel your day with the creamy and nutrient-packed Health Nut Smoothie—a quick and easy 5-minute recipe that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Packed with fresh baby spinach, creamy avocado, and a frozen banana for natural sweetness, this smoothie is a perfect way to sneak in leafy greens without compromising on flavor. Unsweetened almond milk and a dollop of almond butter provide a satisfying, dairy-free base, while chia seeds and protein powder boost the nutritional value, keeping you energized and full. Customize your sweetness with an optional drizzle of honey, and blend with ice for a thick, refreshing texture. Perfect as a protein-rich breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a healthy midday snack, this plant-based smoothie is a must-try for any health enthusiast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 cup baby spinach (fresh)
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 0.5 medium avocado
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened almond butter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 3 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions
Add almond milk, baby spinach, and frozen banana to a high-speed blender.
Spoon in the avocado, almond butter, and chia seeds.
Add the protein powder and ice cubes to the blender.
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, drizzle in honey (optional).
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Pour into your favorite glass or to-go cup and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 438 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 928 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1558 mg | 33% | |
*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.
