Barley Free Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado
Creamy, vibrant, and packed with whole-food goodness, this green smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're actually taking care of yourself. The avocado gives it a luxuriously thick texture, while the banana and apple bring just enough natural sweetness to balance the earthy spinach ā no added sugar required unless you want a touch of honey. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from grain-based additives, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden fillers sneaking into your glass. Blending the spinach with cold water first is a smart technique that ensures a silky-smooth result rather than a leafy, chunky mess. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens everything up and keeps the color looking gorgeous. It comes together in under two minutes and is best served immediately while it's cold and frothy.
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2 servings
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, packed
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
- 1 ripe banana, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium apple, cored and roughly chopped (skin on)
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Ā½ cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the spinach and cold water to the blender and blend on high until the spinach is fully broken down and no visible leaf pieces remain, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the avocado, banana, apple, lemon juice, and ice to the blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 60 seconds. If the smoothie is too thick to blend freely, add water 2 tbsp at a time until it moves easily.
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