Simple Green Smoothie

This simple green smoothie is packed with banana, mango, pineapple, and spinach. It's quick and easy, super refreshing, and a healthy breakfast to start the day off right. The recipe is vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, and made with only 5 ingredients. Sneak more veggies into your diet with this secretly-healthy smoothie!

If you're new to the world of green smoothies, this recipe is the perfect place to start. With just 5 simple ingredients, you'll have a nutrient-packed smoothie that isn't bitter or bland. So don't be turned off by the bright green appearance. Unlike most others, this is a green smoothie that actually tastes good!

It has a sweet, tropical flavor from a combination of pineapple, mango, and banana. Where does the green appearance come from? Fresh spinach. Surprisingly, spinach goes practically unnoticed in smoothies. You can pack a blender full of spinach and, as long as you add a sweet fruit, you won't taste the spinach at all.

This simple green smoothie recipe is:

• Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free
• Naturally sweetened with banana, mango, and pineapple
• Easily customizable // toss in smoothie boosters and add-ins
• A quick and easy breakfast smoothie for busy mornings
• Non-vegan approved and kid-approved
• A great way to get kids eating more veggies!

Green smoothie with banana, pineapple, and mango

What ingredients are in this simple green smoothie recipe? Three fruits, one green, and one plant-based milk.

• Banana: We all know bananas are are a great source of potassium, but did you know they are also packed with vitamin B6 and magnesium? Bananas provide a creamy consistency and subtly sweet flavor.
• Pineapple: Pineapple is a flavor-packed fruit, making it a great choice for green smoothies. I find pineapple to be one of the best ways to mask spinach and kale in any smoothie recipe.
• Mango: Mangoes are sweet, juicy, and oh so delicious! There's a reason this is my all time favorite fruit. Mango is rich in antioxidants and provides a great source of vitamin A and vitamin C.
• Spinach: This green smoothie is loaded with fresh spinach. You can use as little or as much as your heart desires. More spinach means more nutrients, of course! This leafy green is truly nutrient-packed. It provides vitamin A, C, K1, iron, calcium, and folic acid.
• Non-dairy milk: Any non-dairy milk, such as almond milk or coconut milk, can be used. We're adding quite a bit of it, so choose a brand and flavor you LOVE!

How to make this vegan green smoothie recipe

For the full ingredients list and step-by-step instructions, scroll down to view the recipe card below.

I love smoothies because they are one of the easiest and quickest meals or snacks! Follow along in three easy steps:

1. Add spinach, banana, mango, pineapple, and non-dairy milk to a blender.
2. Blend ingredients until smooth and creamy.
3. Pour smoothie into glasses. Enjoy!

Tips for making the best green smoothie

Are green smoothies really that good for you?

Yes! Green smoothies are popular for good reason. It's a sneaky way to add extra greens (and, therefore, extra nutrients) into your diet without eating an enormous leafy salad. Green smoothies are typically loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and provide quick energy.

What greens to put in a smoothie?

This simple green smoothie is made with spinach. However, you can always choose a different green or toss in extra along with it. The best greens for smoothies include spinach, kale, arugula, romaine lettuce, swiss chard, celery, and parsley.

Best green smoothie add-ins

Keep it simple with the 5 ingredients listed in the recipe, or toss in some smoothie boosters. Smoothie boosters are a great way to add in extra fiber, nutrients, more protein, and a specific flavor.

• Seeds: choose from chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flaxseed
• Nut butter: almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter
• Greens powder: use your favorite superfood blend or green spirulina powder
• Protein powder: add a boost of plant-based protein
• Cacao: for rich chocolate flavor
• Matcha: for an energy boost
• Mint: fresh mint adds a refreshing flavor
• Turmeric: turmeric is an anti-inflammatory spice
• Cinnamon: a warm, delicious spice

Can you taste the spinach in a smoothie?

Nope! I am happy to report that spinach goes almost completely unnoticed in smoothies. As long as you combine the spinach with a sweet fruit - like mango, pineapple, or banana - the leafy green flavor will be hidden.

How can I make my smoothie taste better?

A key step to making delicious smoothies is using ripe fruit. Fruit is the sweetest at its peak ripeness. Ripe bananas have a yellow peel with brown specks all over it, while a ripe mango is pretty soft to the touch. It's important to know Exactly How to Tell When Fruits Are Ripe if you aim to create a truly tasty smoothie.

If the flavor of your green smoothie is still a bit too "healthy" tasting, there are a few ways to sweeten it further:

• Medjool dates: toss in a couple pitted medjool dates for natural sweetness
• Maple syrup: maple syrup (not pancake syrup) will sweeten up your beverage in a healthier manner compared to real sugar
• Flavored non-dairy milk: use flavored non-dairy milk instead of an unsweetened variety
• Juice: for even more flavor, swap half of the non-dairy milk with your favorite fruit juice

Is it bad to drink green smoothies every day?

You just might fall in love with green smoothies and crave one every single day. No worries; green smoothies can be a daily part of a healthy diet! Incorporate a green smoothie along with whole plant foods - like beans, legumes, whole grains, healthy fats, and vegetables.

More healthy green smoothie recipes

• Pineapple Green Smoothie
• Green Mango Smoothie Bowl
• Kiwi Pear Smoothie Bowl
• Pineapple Kale Smoothie Bowl

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