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Want to try green smoothies but don't know where to start? This simple guide takes you from zero to deliciously green in just 5 minutes!
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How to Make Green Smoothies (for Beginners!)

Want to try green smoothies but don't know where to start? This simple guide takes you from zero to deliciously green in just 5 minutes!
Course Beverages (Non-Alcoholic), Breakfasts, Smoothies
Cuisine American
Keyword green smoothie
Diet Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian
Occasion St. Patrick's Day
Time 15 minutes or less, 30 minutes or less, 45 minutes or less
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 smoothies
Calories 202kcal
Author Sarah Bond

Ingredients

  • 1 cup liquid milk or juice
  • 1 cup leafy greens spinach or kale
  • ½ cup creamy base 1 banana or ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup fruit today that’s 1 kiwi and 1 pear
  • 1 Tbsp optional superfood topping chia, flax, or hemp seeds
  • 1 tsp optional flavor enhancer cinnamon, vanilla, honey

Instructions

  • Combine liquid and greens in a blender until smooth.
  • Add the rest of your ingredients and continue blending until smooth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1smoothie | Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.7g | Protein: 6.2g | Fat: 3.3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 73mg | Fiber: 6.3g