Nitrate & Nitrite Free Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado
Whole-food smoothies like this one are a natural fit for anyone avoiding preservatives, since every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like ā fresh produce, cold water, a squeeze of lemon, and nothing hidden on a label. The creamy avocado gives this blend a rich, almost milkshake-like body, while the banana and apple bring natural sweetness that makes the honey completely optional. Spinach disappears into the mix once it's fully blended, so even skeptics end up with a gorgeous green drink that tastes far more indulgent than it looks. The lemon juice brightens everything and helps keep that vibrant color from fading if you're pouring into a to-go cup. It comes together in under two minutes of blending, making it an effortless way to pack real nutrients into a busy morning. Serve it immediately for the best texture and flavor ā this one is worth drinking right away.
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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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