Spinach Smoothie
This spinach smoothie is sweet and delicious it is the perfect green smoothie for kids (and adults of course).
Why This Recipe Works
- A deliciously green vegan smoothie (dairy-free)
- Sweet and refreshing, a green smoothie sweetened with fresh fruit.
- With the added chia seeds this smoothie gets a fiber boost and becomes a source of calcium, magnesium, zinc, vitamin C and iron.
Ingredients you will need
To make my Spinach Smoothie you will need:
- Baby spinach leaves
- Banana ripe
- Pineapple
- Lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Water
- Chia seeds
Ingredients Notes & Substitutions
- Baby spinach leaves: This recipe will work with regular fresh spinach leaves or other leafy greens such as kale, however, baby spinach leaves are mild in flavour
- Banana ripe: The riper the better, for an even creamier smoothie try making it with a frozen banana.
- Pineapple: I used fresh pineapple for natural sweetness but frozen fruit or drained tinned pineapple will also work. Mango, cut kiwi or peaches also work well in this smoothie.
- Lemon juice: A touch of acid makes the flavor of this green smoothie even better, it highlights the pineapple and also helps the smoothie retain its vibrant green colour.
- Water: This can be substituted for coconut water.
- Chia seeds: These are not essential the smoothie will taste delicious without them, but they do add nutrients such as fiber, calcium, iron, and magnesium. Hemp hearts or flax seeds would also work well.
How to make my kids' favorite green smoothie recipe
Below are illustrated step-by-step instructions to make my Spinach Smoothie recipe, if you prefer just the written instructions then head straight to the printable recipe card below.
Step one: Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender until smooth.
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Top Tips
Here is how you can make this spinach smoothie perfectly every time!
- Making this smoothie is very simple, so there aren't many tips related to the making of it.
- If your child is not fond of green-coloured foods or veggies, try serving the smoothie in an opaque cup to start with, as it may well taste less 'green' than they would expect.
FAQs
The answer to this depends on the spinach smoothie recipe you are using. But a spinach smoothie can provide fiber, contribute to your daily servings of fruit and vegetables as well as providing antioxidants and minerals.
This will depend on the green smoothie recipe you are using. Some recipes call for fruit juices and sweeteners such as maple syrup or honey.
Spinach Smoothie
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Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 2 Cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 banana ripe
- 1 Cup Pineapple
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- ½ Cup Ice cubes
- ½ Cup water
- 1 Tablespoon Chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
Notes
- Making this smoothie is very simple, so there aren't many tips related to the making of it.
- If your child is not fond of green-coloured foods or veggies, try serving the smoothie in an opaque cup to start with, as it may well taste less 'green' than they would expect.
- Baby spinach leaves: This recipe will work with regular fresh spinach leaves or other leafy greens such as kale, however, baby spinach leaves are mild in flavour
- Banana ripe: The riper the better, for an even creamier smoothie try making it with a frozen banana.
- Pineapple: I used fresh pineapple for natural sweetness but frozen fruit or drained tinned pineapple will also work. Mango or peaches also work well in this smoothie.
- Lemon juice: A touch of acid makes the flavor of this green smoothie even better, it highlights the pineapple and also helps the smoothie retain its vibrant green colour.
- Water: This can be substituted for coconut water.
- Chia seeds: These are not essential the smoothie will taste delicious without them, but they do add nutrients such as fiber, calcium, iron, and magnesium. Hemp hearts or flax seeds would also work well.
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