Description
This nutritious smoothie blends ripe banana, fresh spinach, and blueberries for a refreshing drink that’s perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. Packed with vitamins and antioxidants, it’s a delicious choice for a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for added nutrition)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: Lay everything out on the counter for easy access.
- Prepare the banana: Peel and break the banana into chunks. For a creamier texture, consider using frozen banana.
- Wash the spinach: Rinse the spinach leaves under cold water and shake off excess water.
- Measure the blueberries: Rinse fresh blueberries; if using frozen, no need to thaw.
- Prepare the almond milk: Measure out one cup of almond milk or your preferred milk.
- Add the ingredients to the blender: Start with banana chunks, then add spinach, blueberries, chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour in the almond milk: Add the measured almond milk to help blend smoothly.
- Add ice cubes (optional): For a chilled smoothie, add ice cubes.
- Blend the mixture: Secure the lid and blend on low, gradually increasing to high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth. Scrape down the sides if needed.
- Check the consistency: Adjust thickness by adding more almond milk or banana/ice cubes as desired.
- Taste the smoothie: Adjust sweetness with more honey or maple syrup if needed, and blend again.
- Adjust flavors: Add more vanilla extract if desired and blend again.
- Prepare your serving glasses: Use clear glasses to showcase the smoothies color.
- Pour the smoothie: Carefully pour into glasses, using a ladle if necessary.
- Garnish (optional): Top with whole blueberries, a banana slice, or chia seeds for a decorative touch.
- Enjoy immediately: Smoothies are best fresh, so serve right away for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Storing leftovers: Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, though the texture may change.
- Freezing for later: Freeze individual portions in ice cube trays or freezer-safe bags for quick future smoothies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes