Raspberry Spinach Smoothie

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This Raspberry Spinach Smoothie is loaded with simple, healthy ingredients. The combination of raspberry, spinach, banana, chia seeds and milk makes for a delicious green smoothie you can eat for a snack or make it an addition to breakfast. You could even add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to have it after a workout!

picture of a raspberry spinach smoothie in a see through glass

How to Make a Raspberry Spinach Smoothie

This smoothie is simple to make! You will need:

Frozen raspberries
Frozen banana
1 cup spinach- fresh or frozen (see notes below on freezing spinach)
Milk- either plant based milk or regular (your choice)
Chia seeds

Combine all of the ingredients into your blender and blend until smooth. To make this smoothie thicker add less milk or more banana. To make it thinner add more milk! Pour into a glass and enjoy.

ingredients for smoothie in a blender cup — Ingredients for Raspberry Spinach Smoothie in a blender cup ready to be blended.

Ingredient Benefits

Not only are smoothies easy to make but they can pack a punch when it comes to nutrition. The ingredients in this smoothie certainly fall into that category. Here is what you’re getting, plus more:

Spinach- this vegetable covers lots of bases including vitamins A, C, K1, folic acid and iron.
Raspberries- loaded with vitamin C which can help support a healthy immune system.
Chia Seeds- high in fiber and omega 3 fatty acids. These seeds that are high in healthy fats and fiber help keep you full longer and may help lower cholesterol.
Bananas- an excellent source of manganese and potassium.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I freeze bananas for a smoothie?

Check out this post to answer all of your questions regarding freezing bananas. There is ways to store them for baking and for smoothies. No longer waste your super ripe bananas!

Can I add protein powder to this recipe?

Absolutely! Protein powder will make a delicious addition to this recipe.

What kind of milk do I need to use to make a smoothie?

You can use any milk you prefer such as regular milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, etc. If you aren’t a fan of milk go ahead and try coconut water!

My spinach goes bad so fast, can I freeze it?

Yes! You know those plastic containers the spinach usually comes in? Go ahead and put it just like that into the freezer! Then, grab what you need for your smoothies or even cook with it still. It will last so much longer and keep you from wasting it.

overhead picture of raspberry spinach smoothie next to a white towel and raspberries and spinach scattered around

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