This simple recipe will guide you in creating a delicious and healthy banana and spinach smoothie! Perfect for a quick breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a refreshing afternoon snack, it's packed with nutrients and is super easy to make. I actually came up with this recipe after a particularly grueling hike in the mountains with a friend; we were both craving something healthy but satisfying, and this was the magical result!
I've always loved how versatile smoothies can be. You can adjust this recipe to fit your taste and dietary needs. Add protein powder, peanut butter, or other healthy additions to make it an even more balanced meal or snack. Seriously, go wild with it; it's so much fun. And if you're like me and sometimes get the ingredient amounts wrong, don't panic! Just eye it!
Required Equipments
- Blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
Banana and Spinach Smoothie
This recipe provides a simple, healthy, and delicious banana and spinach smoothie recipe, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal or snack.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Wash the spinach thoroughly and set aside. Peel the bananas and cut into chunks. If using frozen bananas, take them out of the freezer about 10 min before making the smoothie to make blending easier.
- Add ingredients to the blender: Add the banana chunks, spinach, milk (or your preferred liquid), and optional extras (like honey or chia seeds) to your blender.
- Blend until smooth: Start blending on a low speed, gradually increasing to high, until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Add more liquid if needed to achieve your desired consistency. If you're using frozen bananas, make sure all the chunks are properly blended.
- Taste and adjust: Give your smoothie a taste test. Add more honey or other sweeteners if you prefer it sweeter. You might also want to add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor, it truly makes a difference.
- Pour and serve: Pour the smoothie into your favorite glass, add a straw, and enjoy immediately!
📝 Notes
- For a thicker smoothie, use less liquid. For a thinner smoothie, use more liquid.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of milk, such as almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk.
- If you don't have honey, you can use maple syrup or another sweetener of your choice.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 200 kcal
Protein: 5g
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 5g
Calcium: 25mg
