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A vibrant green Spinach Banana Smoothie in a clear glass with a straw, garnished with a fresh banana slice.

Bright & Creamy Spinach Banana Smoothie (Secret Citrus Twist!)

This Bright & Creamy Spinach Banana Smoothie is incredibly easy to make, packed with nutrients, and features a secret citrus twist that enhances flavor, texture, and iron absorption. It's a quick, healthy breakfast or a revitalizing snack that truly tastes like a treat.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small very ripe banana (or ½ large; fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup milk (or dairy substitute like almond, oat, or coconut milk)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
  • a few ice cubes (if using fresh banana)

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

Prep Your Ingredients
  1. Gather your ripe banana (fresh or frozen), milk, fresh baby spinach, a few ice cubes (if using fresh banana), and crucially, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon or lime juice.
Combine in Blender
  1. Carefully add all ingredients into your high-speed blender. For efficient blending, add milk first, then spinach, followed by banana, ice, and the citrus juice.
Blend Until Smooth
  1. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and frosty, with no visible spinach chunks. Adjust consistency by adding more milk if too thick, or more ice cubes if too thin.
Pour and Enjoy
  1. Once smooth, pour your Spinach Banana Smoothie into a glass. Serve immediately to enjoy the best taste, frosty texture, and full nutritional benefits.

Notes

This smoothie is best enjoyed immediately for optimal taste and texture, as it does not store well. To prep ahead, freeze peeled and sliced ripe bananas, and store fresh spinach in an airtight bag with a paper towel.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.