This Almond Butter Banana Coconut Spinach Smoothie is a quick and nutritious recipe perfect for breakfast or as a post-workout treat. It's packed with healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals to keep you energized throughout the day. Whether you're looking for a delicious way to incorporate more greens into your diet or just need a tasty smoothie to sip on, this recipe has you covered.
- Use frozen banana: Freezing the banana slices beforehand will give the smoothie a thicker, creamier texture and help keep it cold without the need for ice.
- Soak the date: If your blender is not very powerful, you may want to soak the date in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften it. This will make it easier to blend and ensure there are no chunks.
- Adjust sweetness: You can customize the sweetness of the smoothie by adding more dates or a bit of honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Use fresh spinach: If you prefer, you can substitute the frozen spinach with fresh spinach. Just use about a cup of loosely packed fresh spinach leaves instead.
- Blend in stages: To ensure a smooth consistency, blend the coconut milk and spinach first until the spinach is fully broken down. Then add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
This Almond Butter Banana Coconut Spinach Smoothie is both delicious and packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a healthy and satisfying drink. With its blend of almond butter, banana, and coconut milk, it's rich and creamy, while the spinach adds an extra nutritional punch without overpowering the flavor. Follow the tips provided to customize your smoothie to perfection and enjoy a refreshing drink that's both good for you and irresistibly tasty.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 280 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 510kcal | 20% |
Protein | |
Protein 10g | 7% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 44g | 13% |
Fiber 10g | 25% |
Sugar 30g | 30% |
Fat | |
Fat 36g | 43% |
Saturated 24g | 84% |
Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 430ug | 48% |
Choline 44mg | 8% |
Vitamin B1 0.14mg | 11% |
Vitamin B2 0.29mg | 22% |
Vitamin B3 2.37mg | 15% |
Vitamin B6 0.31mg | 18% |
Vitamin B9 130ug | 31% |
Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
Vitamin C 12mg | 13% |
Vitamin E 7mg | 44% |
Vitamin K 380ug | 321% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 190mg | 15% |
Copper, Cu 0.67mg | 0% |
Iron, Fe 4.05mg | 37% |
Magnesium, Mg 170mg | 41% |
Phosphorus, P 260mg | 21% |
Potassium, K 980mg | 29% |
Selenium, Se 12ug | 22% |
Sodium, Na 120mg | 8% |
Zinc, Zn 1.80mg | 16% |
Water | |
Water 190g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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