Dairy Free Green Tea Citrus Smoothie
This smoothie is bright, refreshing, and packed with layers of flavor that go way beyond your average green blend. The frozen banana gives it a naturally creamy, thick texture without a drop of milk or yogurt in sight, making it a genuinely satisfying option for anyone avoiding dairy. Brewed green tea forms the liquid base, adding a subtle earthy depth that plays beautifully against the citrus punch from fresh orange and lime juice. Baby spinach sneaks in a serious nutrient boost without taking over the flavor ā once it's blended smooth, you'd never guess it was there. Fresh ginger ties everything together with a little warmth and zing that makes each sip feel lively rather than flat. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the tartness, and you can dial it up or down depending on how sweet your fruit is that day. Serve it immediately for the best color and texture, with a lime wedge on the rim if you want to make it feel a little extra.
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2 servings
- 1 cup brewed green tea, cooled
- 1 medium ripe banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach, loosely packed
- Ā½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- Ā½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4ā6 ice cubes
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Brew 1 cup of green tea and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 20 minutes until cold. (You can do this ahead ā chilled tea blends more smoothly and keeps the color bright.)
- 2
Add the chilled green tea, frozen banana slices, baby spinach, orange juice, lime juice, maple syrup, and grated ginger to a blender.
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