Turmeric Free Green Smoothie with Spinach and Avocado
Creamy, vibrant, and packed with good-for-you ingredients, this blended green drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like you've got your life together before 9 a.m. Avocado gives it that impossibly silky texture, while banana and apple bring natural sweetness so you're not reaching for much added sugar. Spinach disappears completely into the blend, which means even skeptics won't taste a hint of "healthy" ā just smooth, fresh, and satisfying. For anyone avoiding certain spices and anti-inflammatory additives that sneak into store-bought green smoothies and wellness powders, this recipe is a clean, straightforward win. Every ingredient is whole and recognizable, so there's no guesswork about what's actually in your glass. A squeeze of lemon brightens everything up and keeps the color looking gorgeous. Blend it up, pour it out, and drink it immediately for the best texture and flavor.
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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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