For more healthy green smoothies, try our kiwi smoothie, green breakfast smoothie, and green goddess smoothie bowl! We add Greek yogurt to give it a boost of fat and protein, which also helps make it more satiating. You can easily make it vegan by using coconut yogurt, coconut milk, or your favorite yogurt alternative. Enjoy it right away for breakfast or take it to-go for a mid-morning snack. It checks all the boxes so your body will thank you and you’ll feel energized from it all day! Here’s everything you need to make it:
Banana – bananas are super nutritious and they also add sweetness and creaminess to smoothies. We always keep some frozen bananas in our freezer for quick and easy smoothies. Baby spinach – baby spinach blends up easily, and with the other fruit flavors, you won’t even taste it. You can also use kale (or other greens), but the texture is a bit more noticeable. Pineapple – not only is pineapple tasty and tropical, but it’s also super healthy! It contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps digest proteins. Yogurt – Greek yogurt offers healthy fat and protein to make this smoothie more satiating while also giving it a probiotic boost. Feel free to use a dairy-free yogurt like coconut yogurt for a vegan version of this smoothie. Water – we use water but you can also use milk, almond milk, soy milk, or another dairy-free alternative. Hemp hearts – hemp hearts are rich in healthy omega 3’s and plant-based protein. They also add a bit of creaminess when blended up. Honey – honey is optional but adds a touch of natural sweetness if you enjoy a sweeter smoothie. Use agave syrup or maple syrup for a plant-based spinach smoothie.
Just don’t expect to be able to use frozen spinach for salads. Freezing breaks down the cellular walls so it will be wilted and watery when thawed.
Bump up the protein with a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a tablespoon of chia seeds. Chia seeds are high in fiber and healthy omega-3s, too. Perfect for post-workout! Add ½ cup of your favorite fresh or frozen berries like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. Nut butter adds plant-based protein and fat, and gives it a creamier texture. Peanut butter, almond butter, and cashew butter are a few options, but any nut butter works!
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