Low Fat Spinach Smoothie
Start your day with a refreshing and nutrient-packed Low Fat Spinach Smoothie that’s as delicious as it is healthy. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh baby spinach, ripe banana, frozen pineapple chunks, and unsweetened almond milk to create a creamy, naturally sweet smoothie that’s perfect for fueling your morning. With a touch of vanilla extract and optional Greek yogurt for added silkiness, this smoothie is both low-fat and packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and protein. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s the ideal way to enjoy a cold, vibrant blend that keeps you energized without weighing you down. Perfect for anyone seeking a simple yet satisfying green smoothie recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 0.25 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt (optional for added creaminess)
- 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions
Gather all your ingredients and ensure the banana is peeled.
Add baby spinach to the blender first. This will help ensure it blends smoothly.
Add the ripe banana, frozen pineapple chunks, unsweetened almond milk, and optional Greek yogurt.
Pour in pure vanilla extract for added flavor.
Top with ice cubes to ensure a cold and refreshing smoothie.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the smoothie is creamy and free of spinach chunks.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed (optional: use a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if preferred, though this will increase sugar content slightly).
Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your low-fat spinach smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 543 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1050 mg | 22% | |
*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.
