Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prep Your Ingredients
- First things first, gather your ingredients. If using fresh spinach, give it a quick rinse. If your banana isn't already frozen, peel it and slice it into a few chunks to make blending easier. Grate your ginger fresh for the best flavor and squeeze your lime juice.
Load the Blender Smartly
- To ensure the smoothest, most efficient blend, there’s a specific order I always follow when loading my blender. Start with your liquid (milk or dairy substitute) first. Next, add your fresh baby spinach, followed by the banana chunks, then the freshly grated ginger and lime juice. Finally, add your ice cubes or frozen banana if using. This layering helps create a vortex that pulls everything down into the blades evenly.
Blend to Perfection
- Secure the lid and start blending on a low speed to incorporate everything, then gradually increase to high. Watch as your ingredients transform into a vibrant green, delicious, sweet, creamy, frosty, smooth, light yogurt-like drink. Keep blending until there are no visible spinach flecks and the consistency is completely smooth and luscious. If using a high-powered blender, this usually takes about 30-60 seconds.
Taste and Adjust
- Once blended, give it a quick taste. If you prefer it a little sweeter, you can add another small piece of ripe banana or even a pitted Medjool date. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk or water until it reaches your desired consistency. If it's too thin or not cold enough, a few more ice cubes or some extra frozen banana will do the trick.
Notes
For optimal frosty and creamy texture, use a frozen banana. Load your blender with liquids first, then greens, fruit, and ice for efficient blending. Best enjoyed immediately for peak freshness.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.