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

Spinach Banana Smoothie

This vibrant Spinach Banana Smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweet, and incredibly easy way to boost your daily greens. Perfect for busy mornings, this delicious and nutritious smoothie combines the goodness of spinach and banana with a zesty ginger or warm cardamom twist.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Half a large or 1 small very ripe banana
  • 1 cup milk (or dairy substitute)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger (peeled, optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
  • 3-4 ice cubes (optional, for colder, thicker smoothie)

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

Gather Your Ingredients and Prep
  1. Gather your ingredients. Peel the banana and peel and roughly chop the ginger (if using). Measure out your milk and spinach.
Layer the Blender for Success
  1. First, pour 1 cup of milk (or dairy substitute) into the bottom of your blender. Next, add the 2 cups of fresh baby spinach.
Add the Core and the Twist
  1. Add half a large or 1 small very ripe banana, followed by your optional ice cubes. Finally, add the 1/2 inch fresh ginger (peeled) or 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom.
Blend to Perfection
  1. Secure the lid on your blender and start blending on a low setting, gradually increasing to high. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no visible flecks of spinach. If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more milk.
Pour and Enjoy!
  1. Immediately pour your freshly blended Spinach Banana Smoothie into a glass. Enjoy!

Notes

This vibrant Spinach Banana Smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweet, and incredibly easy way to boost your daily greens. The optional ginger or cardamom twist truly elevates the flavor, making it a delicious and wholesome choice for breakfast or a satisfying snack.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.