Green and Gold Smoothie
Bask in the vibrant flavors of the *Green and Gold Smoothie*, a refreshing blend that pairs nutrient-packed greens with tropical sweetness for a nourishing start to your day. This smoothie combines fresh spinach with ripe banana, juicy mango, and tangy pineapple, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and a gorgeous green-and-gold hue. Enhanced with the superfood boost of chia seeds and a zesty kick of grated ginger, this creamy delight is blended to perfection with unsweetened almond milk and ice cubes for a smooth, frosty finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free smoothie is a quick and wholesome breakfast or snack option for two. Serve it cold and savor the taste of health with every sip!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 large banana
- 1 cup mango, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup pineapple, peeled and cubed
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 5 pieces ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water and drain.
Step 2
Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
Step 3
Prepare the mango and pineapple by peeling, cutting into cubes, and measuring the required amounts.
Step 4
Grate the fresh ginger with a fine grater.
Step 5
Add the spinach, banana, mango, pineapple, almond milk, chia seeds, fresh ginger, and ice cubes into a blender.
Step 6
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Step 7
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or consistency if desired by adding a little more fruit or milk.
Step 8
Pour the smoothie into two glasses, serve immediately, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1178.9 grams (1178.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 500 |
| Total Fat 8.70g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat 0.80g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.60g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 318mg | 14% |
| Total Carbohydrate 104.60g | 38% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.20g | 54% |
| Total Sugars 78.00g | |
| Protein 8.90g | 18% |
| Vitamin D 150IU | 750% |
| Calcium 836mg | 64% |
| Iron 4mg | 19% |
| Potassium 1671mg | 36% |
Source of Calories