Description
A refreshing and nutrient-packed green smoothie featuring a blend of spinach, kale, banana, and ginger, sweetened naturally with agave or honey and made creamy with unsweetened non-dairy milk. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base
- ½ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (almond, oat, soy or hemp)
- 1 tablespoon agave or honey, plus more to taste
Greens
- 2 packed cups (2 ½ ounces) spinach leaves
- 1 ½ packed cups (1 ½ ounces) de-stemmed, torn curly kale leaves (from 2 leaves)
Flavorings and Additions
- 1 thin slice (3 grams) fresh ginger
- 1 ripe, large banana
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: Pour the unsweetened non-dairy milk and agave into a blender. Add the spinach, kale, fresh ginger slice, and banana. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and vibrant green.
- Add Ice and Flavor: Add the ice cubes and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend again on high until the smoothie is creamy and the ice is fully crushed. Taste the mixture and add more agave or honey if a sweeter flavor is desired, then blend briefly to combine.
Notes
- Use a ripe banana for natural sweetness and creaminess.
- Fresh ginger adds a zesty kick; adjust quantity based on your spice preference.
- Feel free to substitute or combine other leafy greens like Swiss chard or romaine in place of kale or spinach.
- The smoothie is best enjoyed immediately for maximum freshness and nutrient retention.
- For a colder smoothie, use frozen banana slices instead of ice cubes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: green smoothie, healthy smoothie, vegan smoothie, kale smoothie, spinach smoothie, breakfast smoothie, plant-based drink
