Description
This banana spinach smoothie recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutritional powerhouse of spinach for a deliciously healthy drink. Perfect for breakfast, a post-workout refreshment, or a mid-day snack, this smoothie is not only easy to make but also packed with vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe banana (or 2 small bananas), fresh or frozen
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy alternatives like almond, coconut, or oat milk)
- Ice cubes (optional, if not using frozen banana)
Instructions
- Add the banana, spinach, and milk to a blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add ice cubes if desired and blend again until smooth.
- Serve immediately for the best taste and nutrient retention.
Notes
- For a thicker smoothie, use a frozen banana or add more ice cubes.
- Customize your smoothie with additional fruits, nuts, seeds, or protein powder for an extra nutritional boost.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: Approximately 200 kcal (varies based on milk type and additional ingredients)
- Sugar: 28g (natural sugars from banana)
- Fat: 1g (varies with milk type)
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g