Ingredients
Green Protein Smoothie Ingredients
- 1 cup ice
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- 3/4 cup frozen spinach or 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 – 1.5 cup almond milk (depending on desired thickness)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and measure them accurately. Ensure the banana is frozen for a creamy texture and decide whether to use frozen or fresh spinach based on your preference.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: In a high-powered blender, add the ice, frozen banana, peanut butter, spinach, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and almond milk in the order listed. This order helps with smooth blending efficiency.
- Blend Smoothly: Blend all ingredients until completely smooth and creamy. Check the consistency, and if the smoothie is too thick, gradually add more almond milk to reach your desired thickness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using a frozen banana helps achieve a creamy and cold smoothie without diluting the flavor.
- Chia seeds can be soaked beforehand to enhance digestibility and texture if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of almond milk to customize the smoothie’s thickness to your liking.
- For added sweetness, consider a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, but this will slightly increase sugar content.
- This smoothie is best consumed fresh to maintain nutrient integrity and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
