Spinach Cucumber Smoothie
This spinachcucumber smoothie is packed with greens, cucumber, hydratingcoconut water and other simple ingredients. Blend everything together for adelicious bright green smoothie that your kids will love.
Course: Breakfast, drink, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1
Calories: 270kcal
- 1 cup baby spinach packed
- ½ cup frozen banana slices or chunks
- ⅓ cup cucumber chopped or sliced
- ¾ cup coconut water or unsweetened plant milk
- ½ lemon or lime juiced
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- 1-2 tablespoon maple syrup or agave (as optional sweetener)
Pour coconut water or plant milk in the jug of a high speed blender.
Add spinach, cucumber, frozen banana, hemp hearts and lemon or lime juice.
Blend everything until smooth.
Taste and add maple syrup and/or more lemon juice if needed.
Pour in a tall glass and serve.
- If you like thicker smoothies, add a couple ice cubes or more frozen fruit.
- Hemp hearts can be replaced with chia seeds or ground flaxseed.
- For a creamier smoothie, add a couple tablespoons of Greek yogurt (dairy or non-dairy), skyr or silken tofu.
- You can add a scoop or two of neutral tasting protein powder for extra protein.
Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 1066mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 2983IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 140mg | Iron: 4mg