Sesame 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've already won the day before 9 a.m. The avocado gives it an incredibly silky texture, while banana and apple bring natural sweetness that balances the earthy spinach beautifully. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps everything bright and stops that oxidized, murky look you sometimes get with blended greens. For anyone navigating sesame-free eating, smoothies can actually be a surprisingly tricky category ā protein powders, nut butters, and blended mixes often sneak in sesame or are processed on shared equipment. This recipe sidesteps all of that by relying entirely on fresh fruit, leafy greens, water, and a touch of honey, so every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Blending the spinach with water first is a smart technique that ensures a completely smooth result with no leafy chunks hiding in your glass. Serve it immediately for the best color and flavor, and keep the optional honey on hand for anyone who wants just a little extra sweetness.
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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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