Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or full-fat)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional, or extra yogurt)
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 1/2 frozen banana (for creaminess)
- 1 large handful fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients. If you are making this for weight loss, measure your portions carefully to keep track of calories. If you are prepping this for the week, place the berries, spinach, banana, and chia seeds into individual freezer-safe bags. On the morning you are ready to eat, simply dump the bag into the blender and add your liquid and yogurt.
- Add the liquid ingredients to the blender first. Start with the almond milk and Greek yogurt. This prevents the frozen fruit from getting stuck at the bottom. Add the spinach, then top with the frozen berries, banana, and protein powder. Turn the blender on low, then gradually increase to high speed. Blend for 45 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and no green specks from the spinach remain.
- Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and enjoy immediately for the best texture. If you are on the go, pour it into an insulated travel mug to keep it cold. For make-ahead storage, pour the finished smoothie into a wide-mouth mason jar, leaving an inch of space at the top, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours or in the freezer for up to a week. If frozen, let it thaw in the fridge overnight before drinking.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes