Green Power Smoothie (Kiwi, Spinach, Avocado)

Green Power Smoothie (Kiwi, Spinach, Avocado)

 

This smoothie is packed with nutrients and has a creamy texture. Adjust the sweetness and thickness to your liking.

Yields: 1-2 servings Prep time: 5-7 minutes

Ingredients:

• • For the base:
    • • 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen, frozen makes it colder and thicker)

     

    • • 1 cup (about 30g) fresh spinach (or more, it blends down easily)
      • 1/2 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
      • 1-2 ripe kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped (reserve a slice or two for garnish, if desired)

     

     

  • For the liquid:
    • 1/2 to 1 cup (120-240ml) cold water, coconut water, unsweetened almond milk, or another milk of your choice (start with less and add more as needed for desired consistency)

• • Optional add-ins (for extra nutrition/flavor):
    • • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flax seeds (for omega-3s and fiber)
      • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or unflavored works well)
      • 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or a few dates (for extra sweetness, if desired)

     

    • A squeeze of lime or lemon juice (brightens the flavor)
    • A few ice cubes (if not using frozen banana and you want it colder)

 

Equipment:

 

• • Blender

 

Instructions:

 

1. 1. Prepare your ingredients: Peel and chop the banana (if fresh). Wash the spinach. Pit and peel the avocado. Peel and chop the kiwi.

1. 1. Add to blender: Place all the solid ingredients (banana, spinach, avocado, kiwi) into your blender.
   2. Add liquid: Pour in 1/2 cup of your chosen liquid.
   3. Blend: Secure the lid and blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Start with a lower speed to break down larger pieces, then increase.

1. 1. Adjust consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid, a little at a time, and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. If it’s not sweet enough, add your preferred sweetener and blend.
   2. Taste and adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust any flavors as needed (e.g., more sweetness, a squeeze of citrus).
   3. Serve: Pour into glasses. Garnish with a slice of kiwi on the rim of the glass and a straw, as shown in the picture.

1. Enjoy immediately! Smoothies are best consumed fresh.

 

Tips for Success:

 

• • Frozen Banana: Using a frozen banana makes the smoothie thicker and colder without needing a lot of ice, which can dilute the flavor.
  • Layering: For best blending, add liquids first, then soft ingredients (like spinach and banana), and finally harder ingredients (like avocado and kiwi).
  • Clean your blender right away: This makes cleanup much easier!

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious green smoothie!