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July 24, 2019

Banana Spinach Smoothie | Green Smoothie Recipe

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I realize this Banana Spinach Smoothie might sound weird, but give it a try!

Looking to get in some greens but don’t feel like eating a huge salad?

Want to get your kids to eat more veggies?

Whatever the reason, this leafy green packed smoothie is your new best friend. 

And it’s delicious, too!

The banana makes it nice and sweet, and you won’t taste the spinach.

I promise. 🙂

banana spinach smoothie

This recipe is crazy easy, too. 

Only 3 ingredients (not including ice), and you just toss everything into the blender and enjoy!

Here are the basic Banana Spinach Smoothie ingredients:

  • Banana
  • Spinach
  • Milk
  • + Ice

That’s it!

Feel free to get creative with some additional mix ins, though – I share some of my favorites below. 

banana spinach smoothie ingredients

Should I use frozen or fresh fruit in this Banana Spinach Smoothie?

This smoothie is awesome with fresh banana, but it can also be made with frozen banana – you do you!

Frozen banana will make the smoothie extra creamy and frosty, and it’s nice because when you use a frozen banana you don’t have to wait for the banana to be that perfect ripeness level.

You can read the best way to freeze a banana in my Healthy Recipes for Overripe Bananas post. You might also enjoy some of the other recipe ideas in that post, too!

Can I make this Basic Green Smoothie Ahead of Time?

I don’t recommend it, unfortunately, because smoothies are best enjoyed right after you make them – but luckily it’s so easy to throw together that it will only take a minute to make, I promise!

Banana Spinach Smoothie Mix-In Ideas

Want to mix it up? 

For more fruit, try berries – they go well here, too. You can use fresh or frozen berries!

For extra staying power from healthy fat, try tossing in a tablespoon of nut butter, flaxseed, and/or chia seeds. Adding some fat to your smoothies will make them more satisfying so you aren’t hungry again two seconds later – plus, the fat will help to buffer the blood sugar rush from the fruit! 

And speaking of fat – did you know that avocado is delicious in smoothies, too? It makes them nice and creamy while adding that extra staying power I mentioned previously. Start with 1/4 to 1/2 of an avocado for a single serve smoothie and if you want more, go for it. 

Either way, enjoy. 🙂

This recipe is such a great way to sneak in some greens!

Let me know what your favorite combinations are – or stick with the basic recipe, below.

easiest green smoothie recipe

Looking for more smoothie ideas? Check out my mix + match healthy smoothie recipes guide post.

The full recipe is below. Let me know how you like it – and what variations of it you make! Feel free to tag me @fANNEtasticfood on social media if you share a picture.

Here are a few other healthy smoothie recipes to try:

  • Ginger Turmeric Smoothie Recipe with Mango
  • Hangover Busting Smoothie Recipe 
  • Healthy Shamrock Shake 
  • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie 
  • Mango Pineapple Smoothie with Kale

 

Banana Spinach Smoothie

banana spinach smoothie
February 5, 2019 by Anne

This delicious banana spinach smoothie is the easiest and yummiest way to get your veggies - you can't taste the spinach!

Prep Time 1 minute
Total Time 1 minute
Yield
1 smoothie
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Ingredients:

  • Half a large or 1 small very ripe banana
  • 1 cup milk (or dairy substitute)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach

Instructions:

  1. Toss everything in a blender with a few ice cubes.
  2. Blend and enjoy!

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- anne
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