Shamrock Green Smoothie (Printable Version)
Vibrant, creamy smoothie bowl with leafy greens, tropical fruit, and mint. An energizing breakfast or refreshing snack.
# What You Need:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
02 - 1/2 cup kale leaves, stems removed
03 - 1 frozen banana, sliced
04 - 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
05 - 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
07 - 2 tablespoons plain dairy-free Greek-style yogurt
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
09 - 6 fresh mint leaves
10 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup
→ Toppings
11 - 1/4 cup sliced kiwi
12 - 1/4 cup granola
13 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
14 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
15 - 1 teaspoon hemp seeds
16 - Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
# How-To:
01 - In a high-speed blender, combine the fresh spinach, kale, frozen banana, frozen pineapple, frozen mango, unsweetened almond milk, dairy-free Greek-style yogurt, chia seeds, fresh mint leaves, and optional maple syrup.
02 - Blend the mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender jar as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated. Adjust consistency: for a thicker smoothie, incorporate additional frozen fruit or a few ice cubes; for a thinner blend, add a splash more unsweetened almond milk.
03 - Divide the prepared green smoothie evenly into two serving bowls. Gently smooth the surface of each bowl with the back of a spoon.
04 - Artfully arrange the sliced kiwi, granola, unsweetened coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds, and additional fresh mint leaves as a decorative topping. Serve immediately while chilled.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You can genuinely sneak in a generous helping of greens without even tasting them, making healthy eating feel like a delicious secret.
- It's a vibrant, filling bowl that tastes like a tropical vacation, instantly lifting your spirits any time of day.
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- The secret to that incredibly thick, luxurious smoothie bowl texture isn't just less liquid; it's using plenty of frozen fruit, which eliminates the need for ice that can dilute the flavor.
- Fresh mint isn't just an optional garnish here; it's a non-negotiable ingredient that elevates the entire flavor profile from good to absolutely extraordinary, so don't skip it!
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- For the ultimate quick breakfast, pre-chop and freeze all your fresh greens and fruit in individual bags, so you can just dump and blend in the morning.
- Investing in a good high-speed blender truly makes a world of difference for achieving that silky-smooth, lump-free consistency that makes this bowl so enjoyable.