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Creamy Green Smoothie with Avocado and Spinach

Published: Feb 20, 2024 · Modified: Aug 9, 2025 by Dr. Nena Stefanovic · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Enjoy this creamy green smoothie with avocado and spinach, filled with vitamins and antioxidants. Find out how to make this nutritious blend to boost your energy. Explore the recipe now and sip your way to better health and taste. 

Green smoothie with avocado and spinach in a cup

In today's busy world, we sometimes must remember to care for our bodies. We might make excuses, like not having time for fruits and veggies, and reach for junk food instead. Don't worry, if you're busy and that's all you have, it's better than going hungry. Keep reading 😏. 

I've noticed that many people believe cooking with fresh ingredients takes too much time. However, I'm here to prove that notion wrong 😏. Luckily, there's a quick fix to incorporate more fresh ingredients: the green spinach avocado smoothie! Let's discover how blending banana, avocado, and spinach can make a delicious and nutritious drink.

Why You'll Love This Green Avocado Smoothie Recipe

You'll love this green smoothie recipe for its simplicity, delicious taste, and incredible health benefits. Let's take a moment to admire how healthy avocado and spinach are:

  • Avocados are like nature's butter because they're full of healthy fats that help our cholesterol and keep us feeling full. They also contain vitamins and minerals like potassium, vitamin K, and folate. 
  • Spinach, with its dark green color, is also super healthy. It's loaded with iron, vitamin C, and fiber. When we add these ingredients to our smoothie, we turn it into a super healthy drink packed with nutrients.
  • It's creamy, refreshing, and an easy way to start your day on the right foot or for a midday pick-me-up.
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Ingredients You'll Need in This Healthy Smoothie Recipe and Cooking Tips and Tricks

  • One ripe banana, ½ ripe avocado, a handful of fresh baby spinach, one tablespoon honey or maple syrup for sweetness (optional), ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice such as coconut milk, soy milk, oat milk, or regular milk), and ice cubes for a colder smoothie.
  • Ensure your avocado and banana are ripe for your green smoothie's best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and pit the avocado, peel the banana and wash the spinach leaves before blending.
  • Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. 
  • Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup if desired. You can add a lime juice or lemon juice splash for extra flavor.
  • Add other ingredients like fresh ginger, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, or flaxseeds for added nutrition and texture.
  • You can add one tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter before blending as an additional source of protein. 
  • For a creamier avocado spinach smoothie, freeze your banana and avocado slices before blending. This will make your smoothie thicker and cooler without using ice cubes.
  • Green smoothies are best enjoyed fresh. Serve your smoothie immediately after blending for the best taste and texture.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Give it a quick shake or stir before drinking.
  • Please take a look at the recipe card below for the full recipe and nutrient information. 

Quick Tip!

Opt for frozen spinach over fresh to streamline your smoothie prep and maintain a frostier blend without watering down the taste with ice cubes. Blend it straight from the freezer with the rest of your ingredients. 

In summary, the avocado spinach smoothie is a yummy and healthy drink that's easy to include in your daily routine. It's packed with nutrients and has a creamy texture and bright green color. 

You can make a drink that nurtures your body and tastes great by blending avocado, spinach, banana, and other good stuff. Whether you have it for breakfast, a snack, or after exercising, it'll leave you feeling refreshed and energetic. 

And the best part? With the simple ingredients, you can make it in under 10 minutes! This healthy creamy avocado smoothie is a great way to introduce good fats from fresh avocadoes into your diet and a great idea for an easy meal for the whole family! 

Green smoothie with avocado and spinach in a cup

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Green smoothie with avocado and spinach in a cup
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Green Smoothie with Avocado and Spinach

Dr. Nena Stefanovic
Enjoy this creamy green smoothie made with avocado and spinach, filled with vitamins and antioxidants. 
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Course: Drinks, Smoothie
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Servings: 1 person
Calories: 344kcal
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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

  • Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
  • Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
    • Ensure your avocado and banana are ripe for your green smoothie's best flavor and texture.
    • Peel and pit the avocado, peel the banana and wash the spinach leaves before blending.
    • Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. 
    • Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup if desired. You can add a lime juice or lemon juice splash for extra flavor.
    • Add other ingredients like fresh ginger, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, or flaxseeds for added nutrition and texture.
    • You can add one tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter before blending as an additional source of protein. 
    • For a creamier avocado spinach smoothie, freeze your banana and avocado slices before blending. This will make your smoothie thicker and cooler without using ice cubes.
    • Green smoothies are best enjoyed fresh. Serve your smoothie immediately after blending for the best taste and texture.
    • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Give it a quick shake or stir before drinking.
    • Quick Tip: Opt for frozen spinach over fresh to streamline your smoothie prep and maintain a frostier blend without watering down the taste with ice cubes. Blend it straight from the freezer with the rest of your ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 1122mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 3035IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 2mg
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