This creamy green smoothie with avocado and spinach is full of vitamins and antioxidants. Ready in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or post-workout.
Recipe Summary
- ✅ Recipe Name: Green Smoothie with Avocado and Spinach
- 🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
- 🧑🧒🧒 Serves: 1 person
- 🍽️ Calories: 344 kcal
- 🥣 Ingredients: Banana, avocado, almond milk, maple syrup or honey, baby spinach, ice cubes.
- 👏 Why You'll Love It: Simple and so tasty, rich in healthy fats, ready in 10 minutes.
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Life gets busy, and sometimes taking care of ourselves is the first thing to slip. It's easy to say we don't have time for fruits and veggies and reach for whatever is quick. And honestly, if that's what you have in the moment, that's okay. Eating something is always better than skipping a meal. Even better if you have make-ahead snacks ready to go, like my Homemade Granola Bars or Banana Chia Seed Pudding, that you can enjoy for days.
I hear this all the time: cooking with fresh ingredients takes too much time. I'm here to gently prove that's not true 😏. Adding more real food can be simple, and this spinach avocado smoothie is a perfect example. Just blend a banana, avocado, and spinach, and you've got a creamy, nourishing drink in minutes. And if you're looking for a simple post-workout option, be sure to try my 3-Ingredient Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie with Turmeric.
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Why You'll Love This Green Avocado Smoothie Recipe
- ⏱️ Simple to make, delicious and ready in 10 minutes.
- 🥑 Avocado adds a creamy texture and healthy fats that support cholesterol and help keep you full. Avocados are also rich in potassium, vitamin K, and folate.
- 🥬 Spinach is packed with iron, vitamin C, and fiber.
- 🏋️♀️ Perfect for starting your day, as a quick midday pick-me-up, or as a post-excercise recovery drink.
Nutrition
- ~5 grams of protein (about 10% recommended daily value)
- ~11 grams of fiber (about 39% recommended daily value)
- ~51 grams total carbs (19% recommended daily value)
- ~3035 IU Vitamin A (60% recommended daily value)
- ~29 mg Vitamin C (about 32% recommended daily value)
- ~2 mg Iron (about 11% recommended daily value)
Ingredients You'll Need
- Banana
- Avocado
- Fresh baby spinach
- Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- Unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice (coconut, soy, oat, or regular milk)
- Ice cubes (optional)
How to Make It
- Peel and pit the avocado, peel the banana, and wash the spinach
- Add all ingredients to a blender
- Blend until smooth and creamy
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed
- Serve right away and enjoy
Top Tip
For an easy and extra creamy smoothie, use frozen spinach instead of fresh. It keeps your smoothie colder and thicker without needing ice. Just blend it straight from the freezer with the rest of your ingredients.
Green Smoothie Tips and Tricks
- Use ripe bananas and avocados for the best flavor and creamy texture. Love bananas? Try my One Bowl Chocolate Chip Banana Bread.
- Add a splash of lemon or lime juice for extra freshness
- Boost nutrition with ginger, chia seeds, flaxseeds, or vanilla protein powder. Love ginger? Try my Immunity Shots with Ginger, Turmeric and Citrus.
- Add peanut butter or almond butter for extra protein.
- For an extra creamy smoothie, freeze banana and avocado slices before blending instead of using ice.
- Green smoothies taste best when fresh!
- If needed, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours and stir or shake before drinking
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Green Smoothie with Avocado and Spinach
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Ingredients
- 1 banana ripe
- ½ avocado ripe
- ½ cup almond milk unsweetened
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 cup baby spinach fresh
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend in a high-speed blender until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add more milk or dairy-free milk (or coconut water) to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
- If you prefer a colder smoothie, add some ice cubes to the blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe banana and avocado for the creamiest texture and best flavor
- Frozen banana or avocado slices make your smoothie extra thick and chilled without ice
- Frozen spinach works great for a frostier smoothie and saves prep time
- Add a splash of lemon or lime juice for a fresh twist
- Boost nutrition with ginger, chia seeds, flaxseeds, or protein powder
- Add peanut or almond butter for extra protein and creaminess
- Sweeten lightly with honey or maple syrup, if desired
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours - shake or stir before drinking
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