Description
This Healthy Smoothie is a nutrient-packed blend perfect for a quick breakfast or refreshing snack. Combining leafy greens, fruits, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and healthy fats from nut butter and seeds, it offers a creamy, delicious way to fuel your day with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.
Ingredients
Scale
Greens and Fruits
- 1 cup spinach or kale (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup berries (blueberries, strawberries, or mixed berries)
Liquids and Dairy
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt for vegan)
Seeds and Nut Butters
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter)
Sweetener and Ice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker, colder texture)
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the spinach or kale, banana, berries, almond milk, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and nut butter into a blender. Optionally, drizzle in honey or maple syrup to add sweetness.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add ice cubes if you want a thicker texture or prefer a colder smoothie.
- Adjust Sweetness and Consistency: Taste your smoothie and add more honey or maple syrup if you want it sweeter. If it’s too thick, pour in additional almond milk gradually until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use frozen fruit and greens to make the smoothie chilled without adding ice.
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Feel free to swap almond milk with any other milk or milk alternative you prefer.
- Adding seeds increases fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
- This smoothie is best consumed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours; stir well before drinking.
