Description
A nutritious and energizing green smoothie made with almond milk, flaxseed, banana, leafy greens, and optional maca powder. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, this smoothie blends wholesome ingredients into a creamy, flavorful drink that supports well-being and adds a boost of antioxidants and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base
- 250ml unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)
Superfood Powders & Seeds
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp maca powder (optional)
- Pinch of ground cinnamon
Fruits and Vegetables
- 1 Medjool date, pitted
- 1 small ripe banana
- Handful of cavolo nero or spinach
Nut Butter
- 1 tbsp almond butter
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including the milk, ground flaxseed, maca powder (if using), cinnamon, pitted Medjool date, ripe banana, cavolo nero or spinach, and almond butter to ensure a smooth blending process.
- Add Liquid Base and Powders to Blender: Pour the 250ml of almond milk into a high-speed blender. Add the ground flaxseed, maca powder, and a pinch of cinnamon to the blender. These add fiber, nutritious compounds, and a slight spice to the smoothie.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the Medjool date, banana, leafy greens (cavolo nero or spinach), and almond butter into the blender with the liquid and powders.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blitz all ingredients on high speed until reaching a creamy, uniform consistency without leafy chunks. This typically takes about 30-60 seconds depending on your blender.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve fresh for the best flavor and nutrient retention.
Notes
- Drinking the smoothie immediately retains maximum freshness and nutrients, though prepping the night before refrigerated and sealed in a jar is an acceptable alternative.
- To prevent oxidation and browning when storing, a squeeze of lemon or lime juice can be added before sealing the jar.
- Prepare fruit and leafy greens in advance and freeze in portion-sized bags for a quick morning blending option.
- Feel free to substitute almond milk for any other milk or milk alternative based on dietary needs or preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: green smoothie, almond milk smoothie, healthy breakfast smoothie, flaxseed smoothie, vegan smoothie, antioxidant smoothie, easy smoothie recipe
