π Creamy Almond & Spinach Smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1
Ingredients
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1 cup Fresh baby spinach (packed)
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1 large Banana (frozen is best for a creamy texture)
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1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or your preferred milk)
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1 tablespoon Almond butter (for extra creaminess)
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1/4 teaspoon Vanilla extract
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Garnish: A few sliced almonds and a banana slice
Instructions
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Liquid First: Pour the almond milk into your blender. Adding liquid first helps the blades move more freely.
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Add Greens: Add the fresh spinach and blend on high for 30 seconds until the liquid is bright green and no leaf “specks” remain.
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Add Fruit & Fats: Add the frozen banana, almond butter, and vanilla extract.
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Blend: Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and thick.
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Serve: Pour into a glass, top with the sliced almonds, and enjoy immediately!
Pro-Tips for the Best Texture
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The Banana Secret: If you use a room-temperature banana, add 1/2 cup of ice to get that chilled, frothy consistency seen in the photo.
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Sweetness Level: If your banana isn’t very ripe, you can add a single pitted date or a teaspoon of honey/maple syrup to sweeten it up.
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Boost It: Feel free to toss in a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax seeds for extra fiber and Omega-3s.