About the Recipe
Not all green smoothies can sufficiently fuel your breakfast, but this one certainly can!
We all have unique dietary needs, but personally, I find this smoothie to be an ideal way to kickstart my day. It consistently keeps me satiated well into the lunch hours.
What sets this smoothie apart as a breakfast option? It's a powerhouse of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
This nutrient combination works in harmony to slow down digestion and extend your blood sugar stability (no sudden spikes and crashes), ensuring lasting fullness and satisfaction.
It may not be low in calories, but it's incredibly nutrient-dense. Each ingredient in this smoothie delivers a wealth of nutrition!
Ingredients
2 cups almond milk, unsweetened (or other milk of choice)
3 cups baby spinach
2 Tbsp hemp seeds
2 Tbsp chia seeds
2 Tbsp almond butter, unsweetened
1 medium banana, frozen if possible
3/4 cup avocado chunks, frozen if possible
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 medjool date, pitted
5 ice cubes (if desired)
Optional: 2 scoops unflavoured collagen powder or protein powder (if additional protein desired)
Preparation
Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender, making sure to add the almond milk first (this helps with blending).
Blend on high for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste or add additional ice, if desired. If not using frozen avocado or banana, you will likely need a bit more ice to get it cold enough.
Enjoy immediately or store for later!
NOTES:
This smoothie will keep for about 1-2 days in the fridge. Simply pour into a jar with a lid and refrigerate. Separation is normal – just give the jar a good shake or put it in the blender again!
You can freeze smoothies by pouring any extra into silicone ice cube trays or muffin tins and placing them in the freezer. Once frozen, you can pop out the smoothie “cubes” and store in them in a freezer-safe bag. Just thaw the cubes for a few hours or the night before you want the smoothie.
This recipe can be modified slightly if needed. For instance, almond butter can swap with peanut butter. Spinach can swap for kale (although it’ll change the taste slightly). Hemp and chia seeds can be used interchangeably, or you could add flax seeds as well!
If the smoothie is a bit too thick or doesn’t blend (it can vary depending on your blender), simply add a bit more nut milk until it reaches your desired consistency.