Spice Free Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado
This smoothie is the kind of vibrant, creamy drink that makes you feel good from the very first sip. Ripe avocado gives it a luxuriously thick texture, while banana and apple bring just enough natural sweetness to keep things bright and satisfying. A handful of baby spinach blends in completely, so you get all the goodness without any grassy bitterness ā just a gorgeous green color and a clean, fresh flavor. A squeeze of lemon juice ties everything together and keeps the whole blend tasting lively. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, this is the kind of recipe that requires zero substitutions or label-checking ā every ingredient is straightforward and naturally free of any irritants. It comes together in under two minutes with nothing but a blender, making it an effortless option for busy mornings or a quick afternoon pick-me-up. A drizzle of honey at the end is entirely optional, so you can dial the sweetness up or down to suit your mood.
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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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