This recipe makes a spinach smoothie that is refreshing, naturally sweet and energising. Make this spinach smoothie to enjoy for breakfast or as a healthy snack.
If you’re looking for a simple way to pack more greens into your day then this spinach smoothie is the answer. It’s creamy, flavoursome and perfect for busy mornings or breakfast on the go.
This recipe blends the goodness of spinach, banana and mango and some chia seeds to add some healthy fats. The smoothie is so smooth and delicious that even kids will love it.
Why You’ll Love This Spinach Smoothie
- Nutrient packed - rich in iron, fibre and vitamins A & C.
- Naturally sweet – relies on the sweetness of the fruit so no refined sugars.
- Protein – contains 10 grams of protein which will keep you full for longer.
- Quick and easy – add all the ingredients to a blender and ready in less than 5 minutes.
- Great flavour – flavour is mild with no aftertaste.
- Kid-approved – no after taste from the spinach means the kids will also love it.
Ingredients for Easy Spinach Smoothie
For the full list of ingredients and measurements, scroll to the recipe card below.
- Chia seeds – I always use chia seeds in my smoothies to add some healthy fats. This also helps to keep me full.
- Spinach – use fresh young spinach also known as baby spinach. Mature spinach may leave a bitter after taste.
- Banana – use a large ripe banana. The riper the better for a natural sweetness and a smooth creamy texture but not overripe.
- Mango – I use frozen mango for this recipe. Feel free to use fresh mango.
- Yoghurt – I use strained Greek yogurt for the high protein content.
- Milk – I use skimmed milk. Almond milk works well too.
How to Make Easy Spinach Smoothie
Soak the chia seeds
Mix the chia seeds with 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl and allow to soak for 20 minutes. The chia seeds will absorb the water and become plump, making them easier to breakdown and digest.
Add the fruit and veg to the blender
To a blender, add the chopped spinach, chopped banana and mango.
Add in the wet ingredients
Add in the yoghurt, milk and soaked chia seeds.
Blend the smoothie
Blitz for 1 minute on medium to high speed. If you prefer your smoothie looser then add a little more milk.
Serve
Once the smoothie is smooth and creamy, pour it into a glass and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Use a high-speed and high-powered blender for the smoothest texture.
- This spinach smoothie recipe serves 1 but you can easily double to recipe for 2 servings.
- Remember to chop the spinach before adding it to the blender to help it break down easier.
Storage
This spinach smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, but you can add it to an airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
You can also freeze the spinach smoothie in an ice cube tray and blend when needed.
Nutrition
Nutrition based on 1 serving - Calories: 210kcal | Fat: 2.3g | Saturates: 0.5g | Carbs: 37.6g | Sugar: 32.9g | Fibre: 5.1g | Protein: 10.6g | Salt: 0.13g.
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Easy Spinach Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 40g fresh spinach (young or baby spinach) chopped
- 1 medium ripe banana chopped
- 90g frozen mangoes
- 50g greek yoghurt - 0% fat I recommend Fage strained 0% fat Greek yoghurt due to its high protein content
- 50ml skimmed milk
Instructions
- Add the chia seeds to a small bowl then add in 1 tablespoon water and mix. Allow to soak for 20 minutes. This makes the chia seeds easier to digest.
- Add the chopped spinach, chopped banana and mango to the blender. Add in the yoghurt, milk and soaked chia seeds then blitz for 1 minute on medium to high speed. If you prefer your smoothie looser then add a little more milk. Once the smoothie is smooth and creamy, pour it into a glass and enjoy!
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