Green Power Smoothie (Kiwi, Spinach, Avocado)

Green Power Smoothie (Kiwi, Spinach, Avocado)

This smoothie is packed with nutrients and has a creamy texture. Adjust the sweetness and thickness to your liking.

Yields: 1-2 servings Prep time: 5-7 minutes

Ingredients:

• For the base:
  • 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen, frozen makes it colder and thicker)
  • 1 cup (about 30g) fresh spinach (or more, it blends down easily)
  • 1/2 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
  • 1-2 ripe kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped (reserve a slice or two for garnish, if desired)
• For the liquid:
  • 1/2 to 1 cup (120-240ml) cold water, coconut water, unsweetened almond milk, or another milk of your choice (start with less and add more as needed for desired consistency)
• Optional add-ins (for extra nutrition/flavor):
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flax seeds (for omega-3s and fiber)
  • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored works well)
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or a few dates (for extra sweetness, if desired)
  • A squeeze of lime or lemon juice (brightens the flavor)
  • A few ice cubes (if not using frozen banana and you want it colder)

Equipment:

• Blender

Instructions:

1. Prepare your ingredients: Peel and chop the banana (if fresh). Wash the spinach. Pit and peel the avocado. Peel and chop the kiwi.
2. Add to blender: Place all the solid ingredients (banana, spinach, avocado, kiwi) into your blender.
3. Add liquid: Pour in 1/2 cup of your chosen liquid.
4. Blend: Secure the lid and blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Start with a lower speed to break down larger pieces, then increase.
5. Adjust consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid, a little at a time, and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. If it’s not sweet enough, add your preferred sweetener and blend.
6. Taste and adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust any flavors as needed (e.g., more sweetness, a squeeze of citrus).
7. Serve: Pour into glasses. Garnish with a slice of kiwi on the rim of the glass and a straw, as shown in the picture.
8. Enjoy immediately! Smoothies are best consumed fresh.

Tips for Success:

• Frozen Banana: Using a frozen banana makes the smoothie thicker and colder without needing a lot of ice, which can dilute the flavor.
• Layering: For best blending, add liquids first, then soft ingredients (like spinach and banana), and finally harder ingredients (like avocado and kiwi).
• Clean your blender right away: This makes cleanup much easier!

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious green smoothie!