Heart-Healthy Spinach Smoothie
Brighten your day with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Heart-Healthy Spinach Smoothie! Perfect for breakfast or an energizing snack, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of banana, the creamy richness of avocado, and the zesty tang of fresh lemon juice with vibrant spinach to create a drink that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. Enhanced with heart-loving ingredients like chia seeds and unsweetened almond milk, this smoothie is rich in fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Ready in just five minutes, it’s ideal for busy mornings or a quick pick-me-up. Plus, it’s naturally customizable—add a touch of honey or maple syrup if you like a sweeter twist. Blend, sip, and enjoy a glass of pure, heart-healthy goodness!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 Banana
- 0.5 Avocado
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 4 Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Step 2
Peel the banana and cut it into chunks for easier blending.
Step 3
Scoop out half an avocado and discard the seed and skin.
Step 4
In a high-speed blender, add the spinach, banana, avocado, almond milk, chia seeds, lemon juice, and optional honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter taste.
Step 5
Add the ice cubes on top of the other ingredients to keep the smoothie cold and refreshing.
Step 6
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Step 7
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness, if necessary, by adding a bit more honey or maple syrup.
Step 8
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your heart-healthy spinach smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (779.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 389.4 |
| Total Fat 19.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 272.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.7g | |
| Protein 7.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 131.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 770.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 963.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories