The Best Green Smoothie is rich and creamy, made with frozen spinach, avocado, banana and nut butter powder for a satisfying, nutrient-dense start to your day.
These wholesome ingredients can be portioned into freezer bags ahead of time, making it fast and easy to blend a healthy breakfast or snack. Packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber, this green smoothie supports energy and satiety while tasting delicious.
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What are the best ingredients for a green smoothie?
Green smoothies vary a lot, but this combination creates a creamy, balanced drink that’s easy to adapt. Key ingredients:
- Spinach: Mild and not bitter, spinach blends smoothly. You can substitute kale, Swiss chard or beet greens. Buy in bulk and freeze in portions for convenience.
- Banana: Frozen banana adds natural sweetness and a thick, creamy texture. If you prefer lower sugar, replace it with frozen riced cauliflower for texture without noticeable flavor.
- Avocado: Adds healthy fats, vitamins and a velvety consistency. Keep avocado frozen until blending for the creamiest result.
- Peanut Butter Powder: A convenient way to add protein and peanut flavor with less fat and fewer calories than regular nut butter. Swap in creamy peanut or almond butter if you prefer.
- Stevia or other sweeteners: Liquid stevia drops work well, or use honey, maple syrup, agave or pitted dates to taste.
- Water or liquid: Water thins the smoothie; replace it with coconut water for extra potassium or with a dairy or plant milk for creaminess.
What is the best green smoothie for weight loss?
This recipe is an excellent choice for weight management because it relies on whole-food ingredients that deliver fiber, healthy fats and protein. Spinach, avocado and banana contribute fiber to help keep you full, while nut butter powder adds plant-based protein to support satiety.
As a breakfast or mid-morning snack, this smoothie provides enough calories and nutrients to curb hunger until your next meal without feeling heavy.
When is the best time to drink a green smoothie?
Green smoothies with avocado and nut butter make a filling meal replacement. Ideal times to enjoy one are first thing in the morning or after a workout. They also serve as a healthier alternative to processed snacks when you need something between meals.
How to make the Best Green Smoothie Ever!
- Prepare ingredients: For quick mornings, assemble smoothie bags with spinach, banana and avocado and freeze. Make several at once during meal prep.
- Blend the smoothie: When ready, add a frozen bag to a high-speed blender with peanut butter powder or nut butter, sweetener and water. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes depending on your blender.
- Enjoy: Pour into a glass and drink immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Tips for making the Best Green Smoothie Ever!
- If your greens are fresh (not frozen), blend them with the water first to ensure they break down smoothly before adding other ingredients.
- Swap peanut butter powder for regular nut butter for a richer, higher-fat smoothie. Use 2–4 tablespoons depending on taste and texture preferences.
- Freeze prepared bags of spinach, banana and avocado so you can simply dump a bag into the blender and have a smoothie ready in under five minutes.
- Adjust sweetness with stevia, maple syrup, agave or honey to suit your palate.
- If you don’t freeze the ingredients, use ice instead of water to chill and thicken the smoothie.
Other Delicious Smoothies to try!
- Sunrise Detox Smoothie — a refreshing, bright option.
- Lemonade Crush Smoothie — a tart, frosty treat.
- Orange Creamsicle Smoothie — nostalgic and creamy.
- PB & J Smoothie — tastes like the classic sandwich.
- Raspberry Cream Smoothie — light and refreshing.
- Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie — rich and comforting.
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Best Green Smoothie Ever
Amy Duska
Equipment
- high speed blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups spinach can also use kale, swiss chard, beet greens
- 1 frozen banana (or 1 cup frozen riced cauliflower to lower sugar)
- ½ avocado
- 5 drops Sweet Drops Vanilla Creme (or sweetener of choice)
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter powder (or 2–4 tbsp nut butter)
- 1 cup water (or coconut water / milk)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Assemble spinach, banana and avocado in freezer bags ahead of time. When ready, dump a bag into the blender with the remaining ingredients for a quick smoothie.
- Swap peanut butter powder for regular nut butter if you prefer more fat and creaminess.
- For the creamiest texture, keep bananas, spinach and avocado frozen until blending.
- To reduce sugar, replace frozen banana with frozen riced cauliflower; the texture remains but the flavor is subtle once blended.
- If greens are not frozen, blend them with water first to ensure they’re smooth before adding other ingredients.
- Adjust sweetness with stevia, maple syrup, agave or honey.
- If ingredients aren’t frozen, use ice instead of water for a cold, thick smoothie.
This post was originally published in May 2016 and updated in June 2019 with tips and an improved recipe card.