Description
This Perfect Smoothie Formula is a quick and customizable recipe that combines fresh greens, frozen fruit, creamy yogurt, and nut butter to create a delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie. Ideal for a healthy breakfast or snack, it blends simple ingredients to deliver a creamy, satisfying drink that’s easy to prepare in under five minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 1 cup plain unsweetened dairy or non-dairy milk
Greens
- 1 cup fresh baby greens (spinach, kale)
Fruit
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen fruit (berries, peaches)
Dairy/Protein
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Fats & Seeds
- 2 tablespoons nut butter or seeds
Sweeteners
- Sweetener to taste (optional: honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or artificial sweetener)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the required ingredients including milk, baby greens, frozen banana, frozen fruit, Greek yogurt, nut butter or seeds, and your preferred sweetener.
- Add to Blender: Place all ingredients into the blender in the order listed to ensure proper blending, starting with the liquid and finishing with nuts or seeds.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Pause and scrape down the sides if necessary. Adjust sweetness by adding more sweetener to taste and blend again briefly.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy it fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use frozen fruit for a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Adjust the amount of liquid to reach your desired consistency.
- Feel free to swap baby greens to your favorite leafy vegetables.
- For a vegan option, use plant-based yogurt and milk.
- You can add ice cubes if you want an extra chilled smoothie.
- Adding protein powder can make it more filling.
