Description
A refreshing green smoothie packed with leafy greens, tropical fruit, and a hint of mint for a cool, energizing boost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach leaves (tough stems removed)
- 1 cup coconut water (or water, or unsweetened almond milk)
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber (peeled and seeds removed)
- 1/3 cup frozen banana slices
- 3/4 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Add the spinach, liquid of choice, avocado, cucumber, banana, pineapple, mint, and lemon juice to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and desired consistency is reached, about 30 to 45 seconds.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use almond milk for a creamier texture or coconut water for a lighter, more hydrating drink.
- Add ice if you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Best consumed immediately for optimal freshness and nutrient retention.
- You can substitute kale for spinach if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
