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    Home » Beverages » Green Smoothie For Breakfast

    Green Smoothie For Breakfast

    Posted on December 14, 2021 · Last Updated on December 14, 2021 · By Srividhya G · Leave a Comment

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    The best 5-ingredient green smoothie recipe for breakfast! This vegan smoothie is a perfect grab-and-go breakfast with the goodness of spinach, apples, and banana. 

    breakfast green smoothie in two glasses served on a wooden tray with seeds sprinkled

    If you check my meal plans, I will have a fruit smoothie atleast twice or thrice a week, and I happily sneak in some greens like spinach, baby kale and make a delicious green smoothie.  

    Here is a spinach smoothie that’s appealing and delicious. If you are getting acquired to the spinach taste in smoothies, this recipe of mine is a perfect one. I haven’t overloaded the smoothie with spinach. :-) 

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    • The five-ingredient smoothie
    • Other mix-ins
    • Dietary specifications
    • Instructions
    • Recipe notes
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Explore other breakfast smoothies
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    Don’t get intimidated with green smoothies, and trust me, they are not bitter. Just add the right ingredients to get a nutrient-rich smoothie that you won’t get bored of drinking daily. Don’t forget to check out other green smoothie recipes – kale smoothie with berries, pineapple, and cantaloupe, and kale smoothie with nut butter. 

    Today I am going to share our favorite green smoothie recipe. Let’s get straight into the ingredients.

    The five-ingredient smoothie

    Liquid: You can use any plant-based milk or regular milk of your choice. Alternatively, you can skip the milk and use coconut water or plain water. I have used almond milk in this recipe.  

    Greens: I went with baby spinach. You can mix kale and spinach too. 

    Fruits: I used an equal amount of apples and bananas. I used two small gala apples and two small bananas for this recipe. We usually get the small banana variety from Indian stores, which I used in this recipe. You can freeze the fruits and use them for a creamy and thick version.

    Porridge powder: I use our homemade multigrain porridge powder instead of store-bought protein powder. This is optional. You can use any protein powder of your choice. 

    Please check the recipe card for exact measurements. 

    Other mix-ins

    You can add nut-butters like almond butter or peanut butter; also seeds like pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds. I wouldn’t recommend adding them all. Pick any two seeds along with nut butter of your choice. You can also add ¼ cup of soaked rolled oats and skip the nut butter.

    There isn’t any set measure or ingredients. So feel free to customize and adjust the measurements. 

    spinach smoothie with apple and banana served in two glasses placed on wooden tray with seeds sprinkled

    Dietary specifications

    This green smoothie is a vegan and gluten-free smoothie. Use coconut milk or soy milk for a nut-free option. Please refer to the FAQ section for storing and freezing options. 

    VVK Tip: While blending the smoothie, add the liquid first, followed by the other ingredients. 

    Instructions

    • Add the milk/liquid into the blender, followed by the spinach, fruits, and the porridge powder. 
    adding all the ingredients into the blender for the smoothie
    • Blend it until smooth and creamy. I use the smoothie setting in my Blendtec.
    blended smoothie
    • Pour it into glasses and serve it right away.
    spinach smoothie served in two tall glasses placed on wooden tray

    Recipe notes

    • I did not add any ice cubes. You either use frozen fruits or ice cubes for a chilled version.
    • Add nut butter and other seeds of your choice but don’t go overboard with them.
    • I did not add any additional sweetener. I usually don’t add sweeteners when using bananas, but you can add dates or honey, or agave as needed. 

    Frequently asked questions

    Can I freeze the smoothie?

    Yes, you can. Make the smoothie and portion them before freezing. When required, blend them again for a cold smoothie. Top it with your favorite seeds and more fruits for a smoothie bowl. 

    What greens can I use in this smoothie? Can I use any spinach or moringa powder?

    So far, I have tried green smoothies with kale and spinach. I am yet to experiment with wheatgrass and other microgreens. And yes, you can add spinach powder or moringa powder. You can add 1 to 1.5 tbsp. 

    How do you make the smoothie cold, creamy and thick?

    You can use frozen fruits instead of fresh ones for cold and thick smoothies. Nut butter, seeds, soaked oats make the smoothie thick. Reduce the liquid measure to 1 cup instead of 1.5 cups. 

    How to fix a gritty or separated smoothie?

    The fiber in the greens and fruits sometimes makes the smoothie gritty, and as the smoothie rests, it gets separated. If you let your smoothie sit for a longer time, try blending it again. And strain the smoothie with a fine-mesh sieve or a cheesecloth for a smooth non-gritty smoothie. 

    Is protein powder mandatory? 

    No. It’s optional. 

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      Mixed Berries and Yogurt Smoothie

    PS:  If you try this green spinach smoothie with apples and bananas, please don’t forget to comment and rate this recipe. If you have any questions, please leave a comment, and I will get to it ASAP. Make sure to follow me on my Pinterest for more healthy and delicious ideas! Follow me on Instagram or join my Facebook Group for more recipe updates! You can also sign-up for my newsletter for weekly updates.

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    Green Smoothie For Breakfast

    The best 5-ingredient green smoothie recipe for breakfast! This vegan smoothie is a perfect grab-and-go breakfast with the goodness of spinach, apples, and banana.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time10 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 159kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Equipment

    • Blender like Blendtec

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup = 240ml; 1 tbsp = 15ml; 1 tsp = 5ml;

    • 1.5 cups almond milk
    • 3 oz spinach
    • 1 tbsp porridge powder
    • 5.5 oz banana 5.5 oz 2 small bananas (refer notes), peeled and chopped
    • 5.5 oz apples 2 small apples. Peeled and chopped

    Instructions

    • Add the milk/liquid into the blender, followed by the spinach, fruits, and the porridge powder.
      adding all the ingredients into the blender for the smoothie
    • Blend it until smooth and creamy. I use the smoothie setting in my Blendtec.
      blended smoothie
    • Pour it into glasses and serve it right away.
      square image of green smoothie served in two glasses

    Notes

    • I did not add any ice cubes. You either use frozen fruits or ice cubes for a chilled version.
    • Add nut butter and other seeds of your choice but don’t go overboard with them.
    • I did not add any additional sweetener. I usually don’t add sweeteners when using bananas, but you can add dates or honey, or agave as needed. 
    • We usually get the small banana variety from Indian stores, which I used in this recipe. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 280mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 4080IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 277mg | Iron: 2mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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