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Green Smoothie with Avocado and Spinach Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 drink
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and nutritious 2 Minute Green Smoothie packed with avocado, spinach, and tropical fruits, perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 small to medium avocado, peeled
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (or 1/2 cup frozen spinach)
  • 1 fresh or frozen banana, peeled and cut into chunks (optional)
  • 1/4 cup frozen mango or pineapple chunks
  • 1 tablespoon raw hemp seeds
  • 1 teaspoon maca powder
  • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
  • 1 cup unsweetened nut milk, plus more if needed to thin

For Serving

  • Frozen or fresh berries
  • Granola


Instructions

  1. Prepare and Freeze: Fill a sandwich size freezer bag with avocado, spinach, banana, mango, hemp seeds, maca powder, and protein powder if using. Seal the bag tightly and place it in the freezer for up to 3 months to keep the produce fresh.
  2. Blend the Smoothie: When ready to make the smoothie, add the entire contents of the smoothie bag to a blender. Pour in 1 cup of unsweetened nut milk and blend until smooth. If needed, add more nut milk gradually to achieve your desired consistency.
  3. Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and top with frozen or fresh berries and granola for added texture and flavor. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • This smoothie is a quick 2-minute prep, ideal for busy mornings.
  • Freezing ingredients helps preserve freshness for up to 3 months.
  • Banana and protein powder are optional, so you can customize based on your preference.
  • If the smoothie is too thick, add more nut milk to thin it out.
  • Use fresh or frozen spinach depending on availability.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 770 kcal
  • Sugar: 23 g
  • Sodium: 465 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 53 g
  • Fiber: 15 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 6 mg