Description
Blackberry Green Smoothie combines lush berries with nutritious spinach for a refreshing morning blend. Creamy coconut milk and zesty lime elevate this antioxidant-packed drink, helping you start your day with delicious wellness.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup kale (or baby spinach)
- ½ cup blackberries
Liquid Base:
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) vanilla almond or soy milk
Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) frozen pineapple
Instructions
- Combine almond or soy milk as the liquid base at the bottom of the blender to ensure smooth blending.
- Layer fresh mixed greens on top of the liquid to help break down the leafy components easily.
- Add ripe banana for natural sweetness and creamy texture, creating a smooth foundation for the smoothie.
- Sprinkle fresh blackberries to introduce vibrant color and antioxidant-rich flavor profile.
- Top with juicy pineapple chunks to enhance tropical notes and provide additional natural sweetness.
- Secure blender lid tightly and pulse on high speed for 45-60 seconds until ingredients transform into a uniform, velvety consistency.
- Pour immediately into a chilled glass to preserve maximum nutritional value and optimal temperature.
- Optional: Garnish with a few whole blackberries or a mint leaf for visual appeal before serving.
Notes
- Quickly combine ingredients to preserve maximum nutrient density and vibrant color.
- Choose fresh or frozen blackberries for a rich antioxidant boost and smooth texture.
- Ripe bananas add natural sweetness and help create a creamy consistency without added sugars.
- Swap dairy alternatives like almond or soy milk based on dietary preferences or allergies.
- For an extra nutrition kick, consider adding a handful of spinach or kale to amplify green content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 148 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg