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Green Monster Smoothie - A Creamy, Energizing Breakfast

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 packed cup frozen spinach)
  • 1 frozen banana (sliced before freezing for easier blending)
  • 1/2 ripe avocado or 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt for creaminess
  • 1 cup liquid (unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, dairy milk, or coconut water)
  • 1/2 cup frozen pineapple or mango for brightness
  • 1 tablespoon nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew) or 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
  • 1 tablespoon chia or flax seeds (optional, for fiber and omega-3s)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional, for extra protein)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for flavor)
  • Ice cubes as needed to thicken
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional, to enhance sweetness)

Method
 

  1. Add liquids first: Pour your chosen milk or coconut water into the blender. This helps the blades catch the greens.
  2. Layer the greens: Add spinach on top of the liquid. If using frozen spinach, break it up a bit first.
  3. Add fruit and creaminess: Toss in the frozen banana, pineapple or mango, and avocado or yogurt.
  4. Boost it: Add nut butter, seeds, protein powder, vanilla, and a small pinch of salt if using.
  5. Blend until smooth: Start low, then increase speed. Blend 45–60 seconds, scraping down the sides if needed.
  6. Adjust texture: Add ice for a thicker smoothie or a splash more liquid for a sippable consistency.
  7. Taste and tweak: If you want it sweeter, add a few pieces of pineapple, a date, or a drizzle of honey.
  8. Serve right away: Pour into a cold glass or a to-go cup. Enjoy within 15 minutes for the best color and texture.