Ingredients
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For the Base Smoothie:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 ripe banana (frozen for creaminess)
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale (for added greens)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (for fiber and omega-3s)
- 1 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter (optional, for healthy fats)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ½ avocado (for creaminess)
- ¼ tsp turmeric or cinnamon (for anti-inflammatory benefits)
Instructions
1. Preparing the Ingredients
- Wash and prep fresh produce, ensuring greens are rinsed thoroughly.
- Peel and freeze ripe bananas in advance for a creamier smoothie texture.
- Measure out all ingredients for easy blending.
2. Blending the Smoothie
- Add liquid (milk or water) to the blender first.
- Follow with greens, then frozen fruit, seeds, nut butter, and optional add-ins.
- Blend on high for 30–60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust thickness by adding more liquid if needed.
3. Tasting and Adjusting
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- For a thicker smoothie, add more frozen fruit or ice cubes.
- Blend again until desired consistency is reached.
4. Serving Suggestions
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
- Garnish with chia seeds, coconut flakes, or fresh fruit for extra texture.
- For a smoothie bowl, make it thicker and top with granola, nuts, and fruit.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Best enjoyed fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
- Meal Prep Hack: Freeze pre-measured ingredients in zip-top bags for quick blending.
- Sweetness Adjustment: Reduce or omit honey for a lower-sugar version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan, Breakfast
- Diet: Gluten Free