Greens to Go Smoothie

Kickstart your day with the vibrant and nutritious 'Greens to Go Smoothie,' a refreshing blend that’s as delicious as it is energizing. Packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh spinach, creamy avocado, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this smoothie is a powerhouse of vitamins and healthy fats. Sweetened naturally with a frozen banana and green apple, it’s perfectly balanced with optional honey or maple syrup for a touch of indulgence. Chia seeds add a boost of dietary fiber and omega-3s, while unsweetened almond milk delivers a dairy-free creamy base. This quick and easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal on-the-go breakfast or post-workout snack. Blend, pour, and enjoy this green smoothie that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing! Keywords: green smoothie recipe, healthy breakfast, spinach smoothie, chia seed smoothie, quick and easy recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 large frozen banana
• 0.5 medium green apple
• 0.25 medium avocado
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 4 pieces ice cubes
• 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)

Directions

Step 1

Gather all the ingredients and ensure the spinach is rinsed thoroughly.

Step 2

Peel the frozen banana and halve the green apple, removing the core.

Step 3

Add the spinach, almond milk, frozen banana, green apple half, and avocado quarter to a blender.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the chia seeds and add the lemon juice.

Step 5

Toss in the ice cubes for a chilled and refreshing texture.

Step 6

If you'd like a touch of sweetness, add honey or maple syrup to taste.

Step 7

Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the smoothie is completely smooth with no chunks remaining.

Step 8

Pour into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your Greens-to-Go Smoothie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	720.7 grams (720.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	356

Total Fat 12.30g	16%
Saturated Fat 1.60g	8%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 199mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 61.30g	22%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 32.60g
Protein 7.20g	14%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 912mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 63.7%