Creamy Spinach and Kale Smoothie with Banana and Peanut Butter Recipe
A nutritious and refreshing Spinach and Kale Smoothie packed with leafy greens, creamy almond milk, and a hint of peanut butter for added protein and flavor. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or an energizing snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 leaf kale
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 sliced frozen banana
Instructions
- Prepare the Greens: Wash the fresh spinach and kale leaf thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Remove the tough stem from the kale leaf.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the spinach, kale leaf, almond milk, peanut butter, frozen banana slices, and optional chia seeds into a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible chunks of greens or fruit remaining.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and nutritional benefit.
Notes
- Use frozen banana slices to achieve a creamy texture and chilled smoothie without adding ice.
- Chia seeds are optional but add fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and a slight thickness.
- Almond milk can be substituted with any other plant-based milk or cow’s milk as preferred.
- To boost protein further, add a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
Keywords: spinach kale smoothie, green smoothie, healthy breakfast, vegan smoothie, peanut butter smoothie