Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
– 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
– 1 banana (ripe for sweetness)
– 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
– 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
– Ice cubes (as needed for preferred texture)
Instructions
Creating the Blueberry Spinach Smoothie is a breeze. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the spinach and blueberries thoroughly. Peel the banana and break it into smaller pieces.
2. Combine Ingredients in Blender: In your blender, add the spinach leaves, blueberries, banana pieces, and almond milk.
3. Add Optional Sweetener: If desired, include honey or maple syrup for added sweetness.
4. Incorporate Seeds: Toss in chia seeds or flaxseeds for added fiber and nutrients.
5. Blend: Blend on high speed until smooth. Stop to scrape down the sides if necessary.
6. Adjust Texture: If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk until you reach your desired consistency. Add ice cubes for a colder smoothie.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste your smoothie and adjust sweetness or creaminess as needed. Blend again to mix.
8. Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.
These straightforward steps will guide you to a delicious and nutritious Blueberry Spinach Smoothie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 5g