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A vibrant green spinach banana smoothie in a tall glass with a straw, garnished with a banana slice, ready to drink.

Zesty Spinach Banana Smoothie: Boosted with Ginger & Lemon!

Elevate your morning with this vibrant Zesty Spinach Banana Smoothie, boosted by fresh ginger and lemon. Quick, creamy, and packed with nutrients, it's a refreshing breakfast or snack perfect for a healthy start or a revitalizing boost.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small very ripe banana (or 1/2 large)
  • 1 cup milk (or dairy substitute)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger (peeled)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • A few ice cubes

Equipment

  • Blender

Method
 

Step 1: Prep & Load Your Blender
  1. First, peel your very ripe banana and the fresh ginger. There's no need to chop the baby spinach.
  2. Combine all your ingredients into your blender. Start with the liquid – your milk or dairy substitute – then add the banana, spinach, ginger, fresh lemon juice, and finally, the ice cubes.
Step 2: Blend to Perfection
  1. Secure the lid on your blender. Start on a low speed to incorporate everything, then gradually increase to high.
  2. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and wonderfully creamy, with no visible bits of spinach remaining. If needed, scrape down the sides with a spatula and continue blending.

Notes

For optimal sweetness and creaminess, always use very ripe bananas, preferably frozen. For a thicker smoothie, add more frozen fruit; for a thinner consistency, add more liquid. Best enjoyed immediately, but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 12-24 hours. For extra satiety, consider adding a tablespoon of nut butter, flaxseed, hemp seeds, chia seeds, or a quarter of an avocado.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.