Description
A quick and nutritious smoothie recipe packed with fresh greens, frozen fruit, and creamy Greek yogurt. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, this smoothie offers a balanced blend of protein, fiber, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 1 cup plain unsweetened dairy or non-dairy milk
Greens
- 1 cup fresh baby greens (spinach, kale)
Fruits
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen fruit (berries, peaches)
Dairy & Protein
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Add-ons
- 2 tablespoons nut butter or seeds
- Sweetener to taste (e.g., honey, maple syrup, agave)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients listed to ensure you have everything needed for the smoothie.
- Add to Blender: Place the milk, baby greens, frozen banana, frozen fruit, Greek yogurt, nut butter or seeds, and sweetener into the blender in the specified order to optimize blending.
- Blend Smooth: Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pause and taste to adjust sweetness if desired by adding more sweetener.
- Serve Fresh: Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately to enjoy the best taste and freshness.
Notes
- Use unsweetened milk to control sugar content.
- Frozen fruits and banana help achieve a thick, cold smoothie texture.
- Adjust nut butter or seeds based on dietary preferences or allergies.
- Choose sweeteners based on taste or dietary constraints; optional if fruit is naturally sweet.
- Blend order helps prevent greens from sticking to blender blades.
