Carrageenan Free Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado

This vibrant green smoothie is thick, creamy, and genuinely satisfying — the kind of drink that actually keeps you full rather than leaving you reaching for a snack an hour later. Avocado is the secret weapon here, lending a buttery richness that makes the whole thing feel indulgent without any dairy or additives. Banana and apple bring natural sweetness, so you likely won't even need that optional drizzle of honey. For anyone avoiding carrageenan, store-bought smoothies and plant-based drinks can be a minefield — that thickening agent turns up in everything from bottled smoothies to ready-made nut milks. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely, relying on whole fruit and avocado to create its lush, spoonable texture from scratch. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, which means you can blend with complete confidence. The method is smart, too — blending the spinach with cold water first ensures a silky base with zero leafy chunks before the rest of the ingredients go in. It comes together in just a couple of minutes and is best served immediately while it's still cold and frothy.

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