Quick and Easy Green Smoothie Recipe
This Quick and Easy Green Smoothie is a nutritious and refreshing blend of spinach, banana, and apple, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. It’s simple to prepare, requiring only a few ingredients and a blender to create a delicious and energy-boosting drink.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, washed
- 1 ripe banana, peeled
- 1 medium apple, cored and chopped
- 1 cup water or milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Peel the banana and remove the core from the apple, chopping it into smaller pieces for easier blending.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the spinach, banana, chopped apple, and your choice of water or milk into the blender. Adjust the liquid quantity slightly if you prefer a thinner or thicker smoothie.
- Blend until Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed for about 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible chunks.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy right away for the best flavor and nutrient retention.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen spinach depending on availability; frozen spinach can make the smoothie chillier.
- For added protein, consider adding a scoop of protein powder or a tablespoon of nut butter.
- Sweeten naturally with an extra banana or a drizzle of honey if desired.
- Substitute water with almond, soy, or oat milk for a creamier texture and enhanced flavor variations.
Keywords: green smoothie, spinach smoothie, healthy smoothie, quick smoothie, banana apple smoothie, vegetarian smoothie