Strawberry Spinach Smoothie with Banana and Yogurt
Strawberry spinach smoothie combines a fruit-forward flavour with a small handful of fresh greens.
Strawberry spinach smoothie combines a fruit-forward flavour with a small handful of fresh greens. Banana gives body and sweetness without a measured spoon of honey. The colour may be muted pink or green-brown depending on the berries and spinach; it will not necessarily look like bright strawberry milk. Use berries appropriate for uncooked consumption and follow any package heating directions. Cold fruit keeps the blend thick without diluting it with ice.
Recipe at a glance
Yield: 2 large glasses. Preparation: 10 minutes. Cooking: 0 minutes. Additional resting, chilling, marinating or drying wait: 0 minutes. Total: 10 minutes. Times are estimates; follow the doneness cues in the directions.
Equipment
Blender and two large glasses
Recipe card
Strawberry Spinach Smoothie with Banana and Yogurt
Total includes additional waiting time stated in the directions. Preparation overlaps are stated where applicable; times are estimates.
Equipment: Blender and two large glasses
Ingredients
Instructions
Check fruit
Follow the frozen berry package directions; if heating is required, heat as directed and cool safely before blending.
Load blender
Add juice and yogurt, then washed spinach, banana pieces and strawberries.
Blend
Blend until completely smooth, pausing to scrape if needed. Serve immediately in two glasses.
Cooking tips
- Wash spinach well.
- Follow berry package directions.
- Put liquids in first.
- Blend until no leaf pieces remain.
Serving suggestions
- Serve at breakfast.
- Pair with wholegrain toast.
- Offer as a cold snack.
- Pour into two chilled glasses.
Substitutions and variations
Use a plain dairy-free yogurt for a different dairy-free version.
Add 1 tbsp rolled oats before blending for a thicker drink.
Make ahead and storage
Measure fruit ahead and freeze banana pieces in a separate portion.
Best immediately. Refrigerate covered up to 24 hours and stir before drinking; do not leave warm.
Food safety
Use clean equipment and prevent raw meat or egg cross-contamination. Keep perishable food at 4°C (40°F) or below; refrigerate within 2 hours, or 1 hour above 32°C (90°F). Follow the specific cooking, cooling and storage guidance in this recipe.
Questions and troubleshooting
Why is the colour dull?
Red fruit and green leaves naturally combine into muted colours.
Can I add fresh strawberries?
Yes, but the smoothie will be thinner and less cold.
Tips
- Wash spinach well.
- Follow berry package directions.
- Put liquids in first.
- Blend until no leaf pieces remain.
Troubleshooting
- Red fruit and green leaves naturally combine into muted colours.
- Yes, but the smoothie will be thinner and less cold.
Substitutions
- Use a plain dairy-free yogurt for a different dairy-free version.
Variations
- Add 1 tbsp rolled oats before blending for a thicker drink.
Serving suggestions
- Serve at breakfast.
- Pair with wholegrain toast.
- Offer as a cold snack.
- Pour into two chilled glasses.
Make ahead
Measure fruit ahead and freeze banana pieces in a separate portion.
Storage
Best immediately. Refrigerate covered up to 24 hours and stir before drinking; do not leave warm.
Food safety
Use clean equipment and prevent raw meat or egg cross-contamination. Keep perishable food at 4°C (40°F) or below; refrigerate within 2 hours, or 1 hour above 32°C (90°F). Follow the specific cooking, cooling and storage guidance in this recipe.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the colour dull?
Red fruit and green leaves naturally combine into muted colours.
Can I add fresh strawberries?
Yes, but the smoothie will be thinner and less cold.
Serve in the style described above and adjust optional seasonings to taste.
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