Green Power Smoothie

Green Power Smoothie

This refreshing and nutritious smoothie is packed with vitamins and healthy fats, perfect for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack.

Yields: 1 large serving Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh spinach (packed)
• 1/2 cup chopped mango (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 medium avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/2 large banana, peeled and sliced (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup liquid (water, almond milk, coconut water, or your preferred milk)
• Optional: 1/2 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for added sweetness, adjust to taste)
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger (peeled and grated, for a zesty kick)
• Optional: 1/2 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

Equipment:

• Blender

Instructions:

1. Add liquids first: Pour 1/2 cup of your chosen liquid into the blender. This helps the blades move more easily.
2. Add remaining ingredients: Add the spinach, chopped mango, avocado, and banana to the blender. If using, add honey/maple syrup, ginger, and protein powder now.
3. Blend until smooth: Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add the remaining 1/4 cup of liquid, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
4. Serve immediately: Pour into a tall glass and enjoy!

Tips & Variations:

• For a colder smoothie: Use frozen mango and/or banana. You might need slightly more liquid if using all frozen fruit.
• Boost the nutrition: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds, flax seeds, or hemp seeds for extra fiber and omega-3s.
• More greens: Feel free to add kale along with or in place of some of the spinach.
• Adjust sweetness: The sweetness will depend on the ripeness of your banana and mango. Taste and add more sweetener if desired.
• Protein boost: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to make it a more substantial meal replacement.