The Best Vegan Spinach Banana Smoothie Recipe

Name: The Best Vegan Spinach Banana Smoothie Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ½ cup dairy free milk of choice (, I used cashew (the creamier the better)); 1 frozen banana (, see note); 2 cups packed spinach; ½ cup plain or vanilla dairy free yogurt (, see note); 1/8 teaspoon sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; 10-12 ice cubes (, see note); ¼ cup vanilla protein powder (, optional (see note)); 1-2 dates (, optional for added sweetness (see note)); 1 tablespoon almond butter (, optional (see note))

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This spinach banana smoothie recipe is hands down one of the best smoothies I have ever made! It's vegan, healthy and easy to throw together.

A green smoothie with sliced bananas on the top in a glass jar

This is now my daily smoothie. The flavor combo is so amazing! Plus it's packed with greens, super healthy and keeps me satisfied and full!

Not only are smoothies so easy and convenient, but they're so tasty! Who wouldn't want to sip on something that tastes like a treat but is really healthy? This particular smoothie is full of protein, potassium, fiber, and vitamin A. It's also easy to customize to personal needs and tastes!

Ingredients

These are the ingredients I like to use and recommend for the best spinach banana smoothie:

Dairy free milk
Frozen banana
Spinach
Dairy free yogurt
Ice cubes
Vanilla protein powder
Dates
Almond butter

Different colored bowls filled with ingredients to make a spinach banana smoothie

How To Make Spinach Banana Smoothies

No time for breakfast? No problem! This smoothie is ready in no time, here's what to do:

Place everything into a blender.
Blend.
Enjoy!

Add in ideas

For added nutrition and flavor, try including these other ingredients:

Chia seeds
Flax seeds
Kale
Berries
Oats
Peanut Butter

Tips and tricks

Making spinach banana smoothies is pretty simple, but these extra tips should come in handy:

The dates are optional and are added for sweetness. If you use sweetened protein powder or vanilla yogurt instead of plain, you may not want to add them.
You can add the almond butter for extra protein and healthy fat.
I like to freeze milk in ice cube trays to use with smoothies because it makes it much creamier than using ice.
If you forget to freeze your banana, this will still work but you may need more ice. It also won't be as creamy smooth.
You can prep this ahead of time by pre portioning the ingredients. Place the frozen items in a freezer safe container and store in the freezer. Measure out the remaining ingredients into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. All that's left to do is dump and blend!

Common Questions

Can you put raw spinach in a smoothie?

Yes, spinach is good to put in smoothies. It's a perfect way to sneak in some extra nutrition. It blends up so well you won't even know it's there, minus the green color of course!

Is banana good in smoothies?

Banana is so good in smoothies! It adds a great flavor and it helps to create a thick and creamy texture.

Are spinach and banana smoothies good for you?

Yes they are! The spinach, bananas, and other healthy add ins are a great easy and delicious way to get in a ton of nutrients!

More Vegan Smoothies

Smoothies are such a convenient snack or meal, so having a variety of flavors on deck is key! These plant based recipes are all so tasty, you just have to try them all: