Green Protein Smoothie with Spinach and Banana

Smoothies are a great way to sneak a serving of vegetables into breakfast. The banana and peanut butter hide the spinach completely, and Greek yogurt makes it filling enough to be a real meal.

Green Protein Smoothie with Spinach and Banana

A creamy green smoothie with spinach, banana, Greek yogurt and peanut butter. You can taste the banana, not the greens.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 smoothie

Course: Breakfast

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup baby spinach
• 1 frozen banana
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon peanut or almond butter
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds
• 3/4 cup milk of choice
• 3 to 4 ice cubes (optional)

Method

 

1. Add the milk and spinach to the blender first and blend until the spinach is completely smooth.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until creamy.
3. Taste and add more milk for a thinner smoothie or more ice for a thicker one.

Notes

Tips: Keep sliced bananas in the freezer so you always have smoothie bases ready. Swap spinach for kale (remove the tough stems first). Add 1/2 cup frozen mango or pineapple for a tropical twist.