Greek Yogurt Green Smoothie (Print View)
Creamy, protein-rich beverage blending Greek yogurt with banana, spinach, and pineapple for a refreshing boost.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened
→ Fruits
02 - 1 medium banana, fresh or frozen
03 - 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
04 - ½ cup pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
→ Liquids
05 - ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
→ Add-ins
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, to taste
08 - Ice cubes, as desired
# How to Make:
01 - Add Greek yogurt, banana, spinach, pineapple, and almond milk to blender container.
02 - Sprinkle in chia seeds, drizzle with honey if using, and add ice cubes for thicker consistency.
03 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
04 - Test the smoothie and add additional sweetener if preferred.
05 - Divide between glasses and enjoy right away for best texture and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The Greek yogurt makes it feel indulgent while packing serious protein that keeps you full for hours
- Its the rare green smoothie that actually tastes like a treat rather than a chore
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- Frozen banana changes the texture completely into something almost like soft-serve
- Adding greens last helps prevent them from getting stuck under the blades
03 -
- Pre-portion frozen fruit and spinach into freezer bags for weekday mornings
- Start with less honey than you think you need because fruit sweetness varies