Hazelnut 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 combination of citrusy orange and lime, earthy green tea, and sweet frozen banana creates a drink that feels both energizing and genuinely delicious. Baby spinach sneaks in a serious nutrient boost without overpowering the flavor ā especially once it's blended completely smooth. A little fresh ginger ties everything together with a subtle warmth that makes each sip feel intentional rather than thrown together. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination stress to worry about. Chilling the green tea before blending is a small step that makes a real difference, keeping the color vivid and the texture silky. Serve it immediately for the best flavor and that gorgeous, vibrant green hue.
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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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