4 reasons you’ll love this banana spinach smoothie

  1. All you need are 5 ingredients and 5 minutes…enough said!
  2. It’s loaded with vitamin C to support your immune system.
  3. Leafy greens, like spinach, help your colon and liver remove toxins.
  4. The flavor is bold and refreshing!
Two glasses of a spinach smoothie with straws in the glasses and hempseeds sprinkled on top. this recipe

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What you’ll need

You just need 5 simple ingredients to make this spinach banana smoothie, and if you’re already a smoothie maker you’ll probably have them all on hand!

  • Liquids – you can choose the combo of liquids you use. My favorite is half orange juice and half water.
  • Banana – the recipe calls for one banana, either fresh or frozen is fine.
  • Fresh spinach – I prefer fresh over frozen for smoothies.
  • Frozen pineapple
  • Frozen mango

How to make a banana spinach smoothie

Seriously, it’s about as easy as it can be!

All of the smoothie ingredients layered in a blender jar before blending.
Place all of the ingredients in your blender in the order listed above.
Pouring the vibrant green banana spinach smoothie into a glass.
Blend, working your way up to high power until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

What kind of blender do I need?

You really need a high-powered blender, like a Blendtec or Vitamix, when you’re making smoothies, especially those with leafy greens like spinach.

Otherwise, you’re going to end up with LOTS of little green flecks in your smoothie…and your teeth. We have used both Blendtec and Vitamix and recommend them.

NOTE: The wider base jars do require you to use more liquids and make bigger portions – just something to keep in mind if you’re considering buying a new blender.

Overhead shot of the spinach smoothie in a glass with a straw and hemp seeds sprinkled on top.

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Overhead shot of the spinach smoothie in a glass with a straw and hemp seeds sprinkled on top.
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5-Ingredient Banana Spinach Smoothie

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 3 minutes
Servings: 2
This spinach banana smoothie is so bright and cheerful, it's sure to lift your spirits and give you a little pep in your step! It's great with breakfast to start your day or the perfect afternoon pick-me-up!
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Ingredients

  • 12 oz liquid, (orange juice, water, coconut water – I used half OJ and half water)
  • 1 banana, (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 3/4 cup frozen pineapple
  • 3/4 cup frozen mango

Optional topping ideas:

  • hempseeds, (this is all I usually add if anything)
  • chia seeds
  • chopped nuts or nut butter
  • raw honey

Equipment

  • High power blender

Instructions
 

  • Place all of the ingredients in your blender in the order listed above.
  • Blend using the smoothie button on your blender, or start low and gradually increase the power until it's on high. Total blend time will be about 60-90 seconds.
  • Pour into a jar or cup and enjoy! This will make 2 servings, and it keeps well in the fridge for about a day. Store any leftovers in fridge in an airtight container, and give it a good shake when you go to drink.

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Course: Drinks
Author: Erica Winn
Cuisine: American
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