This Basic Green Smoothie is a creamy, sweet way to get your greens in for the day! You can’t taste the spinach thanks to naturally sweet mango and banana. Plus, it’s got avocado and chia seeds for healthy fats, fiber and a thick creamy consistency. Great as a refreshing breakfast or snack.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It feels like a treat but is healthy: Creamy ripe banana and frozen mango are so sweet and delicious that it masks the spinach flavor completely. No syrups needed.
- Quick and easy: No thinking required! Just pop all the ingredients in a blender and you’re done. Should only take a few minutes.
- Simple ingredients: You don’t need any expensive powders or hard to find ingredients. Just frozen fruit, spinach, chia seeds and milk. You can also swap some of them easily too – see the substitutions section below for ideas.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this basic Green Smoothie. Scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements:
- Banana (preferably frozen)
- Avocado
- Mango (or pineapple)
- Spinach (or kale)
- Plant-based milk (almond, oat, soy, etc.)
- Chia seeds (or hemp seeds, optional)
- Lemon or lime (optional)
Instructions
You can see below just how easy this smoothie is! Go to the recipe card for all the exact measurements and details.
Step one: Add the spinach, plant-based milk, banana, avocado, and mango to your blender.
Step two: Sprinkle in chia seeds (or hemp seeds), along with a squeeze of lemon or lime (optional).
Step three: Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth.
Step four: Give it a quick taste, adjust sweetness or citrus to preference, then simply pour into your favorite cup and enjoy.
Substitutions & Variations
- Ingredient swaps: Swap avocado for Greek yogurt or silken tofu when you want an extra-smooth texture. No mango? Frozen peaches or pineapple work just as well.
- Diet tweaks: Use coconut milk or oat milk to keep it nut-free.
- Allergy-friendly options: Swap chia seeds for ground flax if you need a seed-free version, or skip the banana and toss in extra mango for a low-histamine build.
Storage
This smoothie (like all smoothies) tastes best eaten immediately. If you do have any leftovers, pour them into a tightly sealed jar or bottle and pop it in the fridge right away. It’ll stay fresh for up to 24 hours – just give it a good shake before drinking.
Expert Tips
Blend your greens and milk first – it keeps the whole smoothie silky smooth, no leafy bits!
FAQ
If it’s not sweet enough, toss in an extra date, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a splash of vanilla extract. Taste as you go.
Absolutely. Kale works fine, just remove tough stems and blend the greens with your liquid first so it breaks down nicely.
Serving Suggestions and More Recipes
If you loved this green smoothie, you might also enjoy:
- Tropical Smoothie: Imagine ice-cold coconut milk blended with pineapple, mango, banana, and a squeeze of lime – ready in five minutes and perfect with an extra mint leaf on top.
- Blue Spirulina Smoothie: This striking blue blend of banana, blueberries, avocado, and a dash of spirulina is ultra-creamy, naturally sweet, and totally vegan – ideal for a fun, energy-boosting snack.
- Beet Juice Blend: Just beets, carrots, and oranges whizzed together for a vibrant, nutrient-packed juice that’s as refreshing at breakfast as it is for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
This Basic Green Smoothie is the simplest way to kickstart your day with a burst of nutrients and flavor. If you enjoyed this recipe, I’d be so grateful if you left a star rating and review – it really helps more people to find my recipes! You can also tag me on Instagram @glowdiaries___ so I can see your creations!
Basic Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 banana preferably frozen
- 1 cup spinach or kale
- ½ frozen avocado
- ½ cup frozen mango or pineapple
- 1 cup oat milk or other plant milk of choice
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or hemp seeds optional
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup or 1 pitted date; optional, for sweetness
- Squeeze of lemon or lime optional, brightens the flavor
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting liquid as needed.
- Taste and tweak sweetness or brightness to your preference.
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