It’s Spring! And for many of us that means a renewed effort to get healthy in time for summer! One great way to do that is to take in as many nutrients as possible. And while chomping on carrot sticks appeals to some, I prefer to drink my fruit and veg in the form of delicious smoothies. And since I’m quite severely anemic, I like to include spinach in as many recipes as possible. So I thought I’d share seven of my very favorite spinach smoothie recipes that are easy to make, delicious and totally good for you!
The best ratio for a a healthy spinach smoothie is 40% spinach or other leafy green (I suggest kale) to 60% fruit.
Spinach is a super food as it carries health benefits of vitamins A (as beta-carotene), C, K, and folate, calcium, dietary fiber, and iron. Spinach also carries selenium, zinc, phosphorus, potassium, copper, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6 and E.
Spinach also protects against certain cancers of the stomach, skin, breast, prostate, ovaries and colon. It helps maintain cardiovascular health. It’s vital in the prevention of heart attacks and stroke. And it can help diseases like asthma and rheumatoid arthritis. It really IS a super food!
Here are the recipes that will help you reap the health benefits of this awesome food.
Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie
1 cups spinach, fresh
3⁄4 cup water
3⁄4 cup orange juice
1 cup blueberries (Frozen)
1 banana
1/2 cup Yogurt (non-fat)
Tropical Smoothie
2 cups spinach, fresh
1 cup orange juice
1 cup Chopped Mango (frozen)
1 cup pineapple (frozen)
1 /2 cup chopped orange or halos
Farmers Market Smoothie
2 cups spinach, fresh
1 cup orange juice
1 cup strawberries ( frozen )
1 apple peeled and chopped ( Frozen )
1 Orange or Halo peeled and chopped ( frozen )
Triple Berry Smoothie
2 cups spinach, fresh
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup Raspberries
1/2 cup of Blackberries
1/2 cup of Blueberries
Surfrider Smoothie ( similar to Jamba Juice )
1 cup spinach, fresh
1 cup orange juice
1 cup strawberries (frozen)
Juice of 1 Lemon
Juice of 1 lime
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
2 cups spinach, fresh
1/2 cup Non-fat yogurt
3⁄4 cup orange juice
2 cups strawberries ( frozen )
2 bananas
Cantaloupe Smoothie
2 cups spinach, fresh
1 cup orange juice
2 cups cantaloupe chopped in small pieces (frozen)
1 banana
Katie Reed is a passionate writer and mother of four vivacious boys from Salt Lake City, Utah. Drawing from her own journey through TTC, pregnancy, and the joys of raising children, she offers a wealth of insight into the world of motherhood. Beyond her heartfelt tales, Katie delights her readers with family-friendly recipes, engaging crafts, and a curated library of printables for both kids and adults. When she’s not penning her experiences, you’ll find her crafting memories with her husband and sons—Dexter, Daniel, Chester, and Wilder.
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[…] great way to do it is to have a few smoothie recipes on hand. Toss your spinach into the blender with a couple of bananas, some peanut butter, a bit of […]
Carol
Friday 6th of January 2017
I agree spinach is so healthy for us; I put it in all my smoothies.
Marie
Friday 8th of January 2016
These look delicious! I really think I need to start trying this smoothie thing (plus I love spinach). Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday this week!
Megin
Thursday 7th of January 2016
These look great! I need to heat clean now that the holidays are over! Pinned. I would love for you to join us and share each week at Brag About It link party on VMG206 (Mondays at Midnight). ~ Megin of VMG206
Marj S
Thursday 30th of April 2015
Thanks for sharing the recipes. I love blueberries and I'm going to try that one first. Your photos looks so lovely all the smoothies look so enticing.