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Spinach Apple Banana Smoothie Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | spinach leaves |
| 1 | large apple, cored and quartered (Fuji is the best) |
| 1 | large banana (ripe is best) |
| 1/2 cup | cold water or crushed ice |
Spinach Apple Banana Smoothie Instructions
Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.
Our experiments suggest adding the water and spinach first. We also quarter apples so that the smaller pieces get blended faster (and the big apple doesn't get stuck in the container with the Vitamix blade cutting a line through it).
The apple adds a nice sweetness, and the ice tends to reduce the fluffy foaminess of the spinach. This is very pleasant and suitable for breakfast on the go. Be sure to clean your blender quickly though, as the result tends to cake on the sides of the container more than most other smoothie recipes.
For extra protein, add half a scoop of unflavored protein powder.
Tips
Kale can stand in for the spinach if that is what you have on hand, though plan on blending a little longer since it is tougher. Freezing peeled banana slices ahead of time is an easy substitute for the ice or cold water, and it keeps the smoothie cold without watering it down.
Spinach smoothies tend to darken and lose their bright green color within a few hours, even refrigerated, so this one is best enjoyed the same day you blend it. If you want to prep ahead, freeze the spinach and apple together in a bag and blend fresh with the banana each morning.
Makes 2 Servings.
