Nutrient-Boosting Green Smoothie
Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious way to start your day or refuel in the afternoon? Look no further than a nutrient-boosting green smoothie! Packed with vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber, this green smoothie formula is designed to provide you with the essential nutrients you need to fuel your day and keep you feeling energized.
Ingredients
I like to use an ingredient ratio of 1:1 for this green smoothie recipe. The exception being you guessed it with the greens that I choose to double for the added nutrients. This works well, especially if your blender is larger as the greens tend to blend down in size unlike the frozen fruit.
- 1 Protein Source: Protein powder, Greek yogurt (I like this one from Chobani), or a combination of both.
- 2 cups Greens: Spinach, kale, or your favorite leafy greens.
- 1 cup Frozen or Fresh Fruit: Choose from options like bananas, berries, mangoes, or pineapple. My go-to has been the new Cherry Berry Blend from Target’s Good & Gather brand, tastes great with chocolate protein.
- 1 cup Milk of Choice: Use dairy milk, almond milk, coconut milk, or any other milk alternative.
Tips for Success
- Customize the green smoothie to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. Feel free to swap in different fruits, greens, or add-ins based on what you have on hand or what you enjoy.
- Optional Add-Ins: Fiber-rich ingredients like flaxseeds or chia seeds, nut butter for added protein and healthy fats, or other superfoods like spirulina or matcha powder.
- If you’re short on time in the morning, you can prepare green smoothie packs ahead of time by pre-measuring your ingredients and storing them in individual bags in the freezer. Then, simply dump the contents of the bag into the blender when you’re ready to make your smoothie.
Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy your nutrient-boosting green smoothie for breakfast to kickstart your day with a burst of energy.
- Have it as a satisfying and refreshing lunch option to keep you fueled and focused throughout the afternoon.
- If you’re feeling sluggish or trying to hit a protein goal, reach for a green smoothie to give you the boost you need.
Fuel your day with a nutrient-boosting green smoothie that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. With simple ingredients and endless customization options, this smoothie formula is a versatile and convenient way to support your health and wellness goals. Give it a try and feel the difference in your energy levels and overall well-being!
How will you make yours? See how I did it below!
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- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 10 minutes
- Serves: 2-4
A quick and customizable green smoothie recipe packed with key nutrients to have you feeling your best.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 cucumber , peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup blueberries , fresh or frozen work great!
- 1/2 cup pineapple , fresh or frozen work great!
- 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt , you can use flavored but watch out for sugar contents
- 1 cup milk , I use almond milk but pick your favorite!