Paraben Free Green Tea Citrus Smoothie
Bright, citrusy, and genuinely refreshing, this blended drink layers the grassy depth of chilled green tea with the natural sweetness of frozen banana and fresh-squeezed orange and lime juice. Baby spinach sneaks in a boost of color and nutrients without overpowering the flavor ā once it's blended smooth, you'd never guess it was there. A little freshly grated ginger adds a subtle warmth that ties everything together beautifully. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters when you're trying to avoid the synthetic preservatives and chemical additives that show up in so many bottled smoothies and store-bought blends. Maple syrup keeps the sweetness clean and natural, and the lime wedge garnish gives you one last hit of brightness right before you sip. It comes together in minutes once your tea is chilled, making it an easy go-to for mornings when you want something that feels both nourishing and a little indulgent.
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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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