Vegan Bright Green Smoothie with Almond Butter
That vivid green color might make you do a double-take, but one sip and you'll be completely hooked. Packed spinach blends seamlessly with frozen banana, creamy almond butter, and a splash of maple syrup, creating a smoothie that tastes indulgent while being entirely plant-based. The frozen banana is the real secret here — it gives the drink a thick, almost milkshake-like texture without any dairy or added thickeners. Blending on high for a full minute ensures everything comes together silky smooth, so you won't catch a single leafy fleck in your glass. A touch of vanilla extract takes it from great to genuinely craveable. It makes two generous servings, so it's perfect for sharing or saving one for a quick afternoon pick-me-up.
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2 servings
- 2 cups baby spinach, packed
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced and frozen
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ cup ice cubes
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the plant-based milk and baby spinach to the blender first, then layer in the frozen banana, almond butter, maple syrup, ice cubes, and vanilla extract, if using.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible green flecks remaining.
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