PCOS Friendly Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado
Managing blood sugar and inflammation is often at the heart of eating well with PCOS, and this vibrant green smoothie checks both boxes without feeling like a chore. Creamy avocado brings healthy fats that help slow glucose absorption, while fresh spinach delivers iron and magnesium — two nutrients that matter a lot when hormones are doing their thing. The apple and banana add natural sweetness so you genuinely look forward to drinking it, and a squeeze of lemon juice brightens everything up in a way that makes it taste far more indulgent than it is. Blending the spinach with cold water first is a smart little trick that ensures a silky-smooth texture with zero leafy chunks. A touch of honey is completely optional, which is great if you're keeping a closer eye on added sugars on any given day. It comes together in just two quick blending steps, making it an easy choice for busy mornings when you still want to fuel your body with something intentional and nourishing.
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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
- ½ cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Can be omittedhoney
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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